Friends of Culzean


Supporting the National Trust for Scotland's Culzean Castle and Country Park

A Charitable Company Limited By Guarantee

Company No: 317093  Scottish Charity No: SC037983

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Want To Help?

 The purpose of Friends of Culzean is to support the National Trust for Scotland and help achieve their aims at Culzean:

  • Maximum access for all.
  • Preserve the property for generations to come.
  • Inform and educate people about the heritage of Scotland.

Once you become a Friend of Culzean, to show our thanks we have a range of very special events and offers for you to enjoy - turn over for details.

Maintaining Culzean Castle and Country Park so it can be enjoyed, not only now but for generations to come, costs a lot of money.

You can become a Friend in two ways. You make a donation of £3 or more a month (£36 per year), and every penny of your donation goes directly to supporting Culzean.

Alternatively, you can become a Culzean volunteer in a wide range of activities from staffing the bookshop and driving the electric bus to working in the Castle or grounds. To volunteer, please contact John below.

As a Friend you will receive the following:

 A copy of the quarterly Culzean Newsletter

The Newsletter contains articles about all aspects of Culzean and gives you an insight into the operation of the property and the people who work there.

An invitation to a free event such as a visit to somewhere special in the park like the caves

There are many areas of the Castle and grounds that are not open to the public for reasons such as conservation, health and safety, limited access. Friends will have an opportunity to visit these areas. Also, tours of areas that are under development.

Vouchers for free food in the restaurant and cafes

The vouchers will give you a free snack or meal - and yes, we know you will enjoy them and come back for more!

An invitation to a unique charged event such as a cheese and wine party in the Orangery

How would you like a relaxing evening Cheese and Wine party served in the beautiful Orangery for only £7.50 per person. Bring your friends and chat with other Friends! These events are simple, but very special.

Invitations to extra events for Friends such as preview discount evenings in the shops

We will be arranging special opportunities for Friends to do their shopping, with discounts, special offers and complimentary refreshments at special opening times.

And more!


To donate, simply print the application form via this link:

Application Form

Complete the form and either hand it in at the Visitor Centre Shop or the Castle Shop on your next visit to Culzean, or send it to the address below:

John Rattenbury (Secretary),
Friends of Culzean,
4 Ewenfield Park,
Ayr,
Ayrshire,
KA7 2QG.

(Ring 01292 264344 for enquiries)

Please also contact John if you have any questions or would like more details.