Cafe

Service times

The Walled Garden & Children’s play-area – Open 10 am – 3 pm 7 days a week

The Walled Garden Café & Gift Shop – Open 10 am – 3 pm Wednesday to Sunday

Please note that The Walled Garden is open to the public but Gordon Castle itself is not.

Tickets Are Required For Entry

Ticket Prices

Adult Admission

This single-day ticket is valid for adult (Age 16 to 60 years old) entry into the Walled Garden on the date selected upon booking

Concession Admission

Concession tickets apply to those 60 years of age and over only.

This single-day ticket is valid for concession entry into the garden only on the date selected upon booking.

Child Admission

This single-day ticket is valid for a child (Age 1 to 15 | under 12 months go free) entry into the Walled Garden on the date selected upon booking

Coffee & Cake

10am – 3pm

Join us for a freshly brewed coffee or a pot of tea, accompanied by a slice of homemade cake or a delicious traybake. We also offer a variety of freshly baked scones, served with butter and Gordon Castle jam.

Brunch

10:30am – 11:30am

Join us for a leisurely brunch featuring free-range eggs, artisan bread, and garden-fresh produce, all prepared to start your day the Highland way. View our brunch menu here.

Lunch

12pm – 1:45pm

Join us for a hearty lunch made with locally sourced meats, fish, and vegetables, served with seasonal produce straight from the Walled Garden. Our menu changes seasonally, and you can view our current menu here.

Evening Meals

5:30pm onwards

Join us for a special evening at the Walled Garden Café, held on special occasions. Enjoy a relaxed dining experience, with tables available from 5:30 pm onwards. A £10 deposit per person is required when booking. To view any upcoming evening please check out our events here.

Afternoon Tea

Friday to Sunday – 2 pm

Our current Afternoon Teas are available Friday to Sunday at 2pm and require at least 24 hours’ notice for bookings, as all produce is made fresh to order. To book please book online below or email the café here. Due to high costs of specialist ingredients, we charge an additional £2 for vegan afternoon teas, and an additional £1 for gluten-free afternoon teas.

Sunday Specials

Roast Dinner

12pm – 2pm

Join us for our roast dinner of the week, served with potatoes, and your choice of fresh vegetables or salad from the garden.

Lunch booking advised.

Cream Tea for Two

2pm onwards

Relax and enjoy tea or coffee for two, served with our freshly baked scones, Gordon Castle jam, and clotted cream.

£12.50 for two – no booking needed.

Book A Table

The Cafe is open from Wednesday to Sunday from 10am – 3pm. The Walled Garden is a dog-friendly space, and we kindly ask that dogs are kept on a lead at all times. Additionally, our café also has a dog-friendly area.

If you experience any issues with our online booking system, please email here to book (24hrs in advance only) or call 01343 612317.

Terms & conditions

Before booking a table at the Gordon Castle Café, please take a moment to review our terms and conditions. These guidelines ensure a smooth reservation process and help us provide the best possible experience for all our guests. By making a booking online, you agree to the policies outlined below regarding reservations, cancellations, and dining arrangements.