Castle of Mey
| Castle of Mey | |
|---|---|
Castle of Mey (2014) | |
Location of Castle of Mey in Caithness | |
| Former names | Barrogill Castle |
| General information | |
| Location | Scotland |
| Coordinates | 58°38′49″N 3°13′29″W / 58.64708°N 3.22479°W |
| Construction started | 1566 |
| Completed | 1572 |
| Renovated | 1950s |
| Official name | Castle of Mey (Barrogill Castle) |
| Designated | 30 June 1987 |
| Reference no. | GDL00096 |
| Owner | Castle of Mey Trust |
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The Castle of Mey (also known for a time as Barrogill Castle) is located in Caithness, on the north coast of Scotland, about 6 miles (10 km) west of John o' Groats. In fine weather there are views from the castle north to Orkney.