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Castle Leoch (Doune Castle)
Doune, Scotland

Castle Leoch (Doune Castle)

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Outlander

Castle Leoch (Doune Castle) in Doune, Scotland is a filming location for Outlander (2014). It appears on screen as Castle Leoch.

Location Names

Real Location:

Doune Castle

Known as in Outlander:

Castle Leoch

About This Location

The magnificent 14th-century castle that serves as the seat of Clan MacKenzie, where Claire and Jamie's story truly begins.

Castle Leoch (Doune Castle) view

Featured In

Outlander

8.4/10
2014-2025
Historical DramaRomanceFantasyTime Travel
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Filming Details

Filming Period

Seasons 1-2 (2013-2015)

Areas Used

Great Hall, courtyard, gatehouse, Lord's Hall with carved oak screen

Detailed Scene Information

Claire and Frank visit ruins
Clan MacKenzie scenes
Jamie and Claire arrival
Great Hall gatherings
Production Notes & Behind-the-Scenes Details

Built for Regent Albany, features one of Scotland's best preserved Great Halls, also featured in Monty Python and Game of Thrones

• Director's commentary on location choice

• Cast interviews about filming here

• Technical challenges and solutions

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Location Details

Address

Castle Hill, Doune, Stirling FK16 6EA
Doune, Scotland

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Visiting Castle Leoch (Doune Castle)

Opening Hours

Apr-Sep: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM, Oct-Mar: 10:00 AM-4:00 PM

Entry Fees

Adult £11.00, Concession £9.00, Child £6.50 (online £10/£8/£6)

Accessibility

Steep 275m path from car park with rough cobbles, not suitable for wheelchairs

Travel Information

33 miles NE of Glasgow, 8 miles NW of Stirling. Limited parking at castle, village car parks recommended.

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