# Castletown Heritage Society, Thurso — Reviews & Opening Hours

> Castletown Heritage Society — Museum in Thurso. Rated 4.6/5 from 177 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions.

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Museum

# Castletown Heritage Society

Harbour Road Castletown

[View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=8382597847011677251&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Photo: [Castlehill Heritage Centre](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/103197658509891724376)

**In short:** Castletown Heritage Society is a museum in Harbour Road Castletown, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 177 Google reviews.

Details checked 2 November 2026 · source: Google Places

## About Castletown Heritage Society

Castletown Heritage Society, on Harbour Road, holds displays of local social history and fossil fish. The building and garden are well maintained, and volunteers lead tours of the exhibits. The museum is open Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday from 2pm to 4pm.

Outside the museum is a large free car park suitable for motorhomes, with overnight parking available. Interpretive trails from the car park explain the history of the flagstone industry that operated in the area.

## Menu & facilities

For the current menu and prices, see [Castletown Heritage Society's own website](http://www.castletownheritage.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu).

## Opening hours

**Monday** Closed

**Tuesday** Closed

**Wednesday** 2:00 – 4:00 PM

**Thursday** Closed

**Friday** Closed

**Saturday** 2:00 – 4:00 PM

**Sunday** 2:00 – 4:00 PM

Informative local history museum featuring flagstone industry exhibits and scenic outdoor trails.

Summary via Google

## At a glance

**Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (177 reviews)

**Good for children** Yes

**Food hygiene rating** Awaiting inspection

**Destination** Harbour Road Castletown

Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/561685).

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★ 4.6 (177 reviews)

[Visit official website](http://www.castletownheritage.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant)

[01847 821120](tel:01847821120)

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### Quick Facts

**Destination** Harbour Road Castletown

**Plus Code** 9CCRHJX7+4X

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## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of Castletown Heritage Society?

Castletown Heritage Society is open Mon–Tue closed; Wed 2pm–4pm; Thu–Fri closed; Sat–Sun 2pm–4pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

### Is Castletown Heritage Society any good?

Castletown Heritage Society is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 177 Google reviews.

### Is Castletown Heritage Society good for children?

Yes, Castletown Heritage Society is listed as good for children.

### How do I contact Castletown Heritage Society?

Call Castletown Heritage Society on +44 1847 821120.

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