Lews Castle

Lews Castle Offering an unforgettable location for weddings & events, plus our delicious Storehouse Cafe and Out PAGE RULES
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Voted the Number 1 European Island to visit by TripAdvisor in 2014, it’s not difficult to see why the Isle of Lewis consistently receives so much acclaim. From beaches and crystal clear waters that rival luxury tropical islands, to its rich history and stunning scenery, this remote and spectacular destination in the Outer Hebrides is the perfect venue for wonderful memories. Overlooking Stornoway

harbour, the impressive gothic-revival style castle was built in the mid 1800’s by Sir James Matheson. Since then this beautiful building has also served as a hospital during WW2, a college, a school and now as an iconic wedding venue, day attraction and luxurious holiday destination with Together Travel. Our spacious rooms in Lews Castle offer the perfect place for both ceremonies and receptions. Filled with natural light, the venue is rich in culture and history with grandeur perfectly suited to such a special occasion. There are a choice of four rooms to suit your party size and the entire space is also available for hire. We want to ensure that every part of your wedding with us is tailored to you, helping build a perfect experience and lifelong memories that stay with you forever. We offer a range of catering options to suit all tastes and budgets and are here to help with any additional requirements. Serving delicious hand-prepared dishes as well as local delicacies, our Storehouse cafe is the perfect place to take a moment after your exploration of the Lews Castle grounds. Enjoy a frothy coffee or two from the comfort of our unique eatery, before tucking into our tasty specials of the day. Pick up the perfect souvenir from your visit to our retail outlet 'The Outfitters', during your time at Lews Castle. From handy items to clothing and treats, we've got you covered. We will delete any threatening or abusive posts – this means anything discriminatory, obscene, fraudulent or offensive.
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New Coffee at the Castle! 🏰 We are delighted to announce that we will now be serving Heather Isle Coffee Company’s Storn...
09/08/2026

New Coffee at the Castle! 🏰

We are delighted to announce that we will now be serving Heather Isle Coffee Company’s Stornoway: School of the Sea coffee in the Storehouse Café, as well as stocking their beautiful range of locally roasted beans and filter coffee in the Castle Gift Shop!

This single-origin Guatemalan Arabica coffee has delicious tasting notes of milk chocolate, hazelnut, coconut and clementine ☕️

We love Heather Isle’s ethos, wonderful flavours and deep connection to our island. This particular coffee celebrates the legacy of the School of the Sea, established at Lews Castle in 1953 by Colonel John MacSween, making it an especially fitting choice for us!

We are so proud to be working with another fantastic local brand and cannot wait to begin each morning with a delicious, island-roasted cuppa! ☀️☔️

Lews Castle Gin is here! 🍸Created by Stornoway Distillers using botanicals foraged from the Lews Castle grounds, this sp...
15/07/2026

Lews Castle Gin is here! 🍸

Created by Stornoway Distillers using botanicals foraged from the Lews Castle grounds, this special collaboration captures the flavours of the landscape around us. 🌱

With jammy rowan berries, rosehips and blackberry leaves, balanced with bitter orange and gentle spice, every bottle is a celebration of the island.

You can now pick up a bottle of your own from the distillery or the castle - or why not join us in the castle bar for a perfect gin and tonic! 🍸

Slainte!

The sky is blue, the HebCelt flag is flying again, and we couldn’t be more excited! Summer has arrived at Lews Castle 🏰 ...
13/07/2026

The sky is blue, the HebCelt flag is flying again, and we couldn’t be more excited!

Summer has arrived at Lews Castle 🏰

Who will be joining us in the castle bar this HebCelt? Open from Wednesday to Saturday, 14:00 to 22:00 🍸

Gorgeous photos courtesy of 📸

Not long to go now! Just a couple of days until our collaboration with Stornoway Distillers is here.If you haven’t guess...
11/07/2026

Not long to go now!

Just a couple of days until our collaboration with Stornoway Distillers is here.

If you haven’t guessed what it is yet, here’s another clue…. 🍸

09/07/2026

Something special is coming 👀

We have been collaborating with the award-winning Stornoway Distillers and we can’t wait to share more about it with you soon.

For now, consider this your first hint…

🌼 Introducing Our Summer Afternoon Tea Menu 🌼Featuring a selection of freshly prepared sandwiches and savouries, warm mi...
31/05/2026

🌼 Introducing Our Summer Afternoon Tea Menu 🌼

Featuring a selection of freshly prepared sandwiches and savouries, warm mini fruit scones, and seasonal sweet indulgences, all served in the beautiful surroundings of Lews Castle, a truly unforgettable setting 🏰💙

Available now for £29.95 per person, or £34.95 with a glass of fizz. 🥂

We look forward to welcoming you this summer 🌞
📞 Pre-booking is essential – reserve your table today by calling us on 07787 296121 🫖✨

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During National Lottery Open Week we’re proud to celebrate the restoration of Lews Castle 🏰 A remarkable project made po...
06/03/2026

During National Lottery Open Week we’re proud to celebrate the restoration of Lews Castle 🏰

A remarkable project made possible with the help of £4.6 million of National Lottery funding and the dedication of many people behind the scenes.

A special mention goes to Iain Macleod, who will feature alongside Lews Castle on Sky HISTORY in the new series Great British Castle Rescue on Monday 23rd March. As part of the wider team involved in the restoration process, his contribution played an important role in bringing this historic building back to life. Today, Lews Castle stands once again as a cultural landmark for the community and visitors to enjoy.

You can enjoy a free hot drink during your visit as part of National Lottery Open Week from 7-15 March. Just show a National Lottery ticket, scratchcard or instant win game to claim this offer.

A dish we can’t stop admiring 🥑✨Creamy avocado, ripe tomato, fresh mozzarella, and perfectly poached eggs, served on toa...
01/02/2026

A dish we can’t stop admiring 🥑✨

Creamy avocado, ripe tomato, fresh mozzarella, and perfectly poached eggs, served on toasted rye and drizzled with balsamic glaze 🌱

Open daily from 9am to 3pm, the Storehouse Café offers exceptional coffee, beautifully prepared food, and a serene setting rich in history and surrounded by stunning grounds….

The perfect place to linger over a calm afternoon 🏰🌸

February marks a fresh beginning at the Storehouse Café!🌱Our newly updated menu brings together our classic hearty favou...
01/02/2026

February marks a fresh beginning at the Storehouse Café!🌱

Our newly updated menu brings together our classic hearty favourites alongside some delicious new additions ☀️

A menu perfect for light lunches and cosy meals alike…

Join us at the castle, and discover what’s new - we look forward to seeing you soon! 🏰

We are delighted to introduce the Storehouse Cafe’s newest additions! 🍽️ Say hello to three fresh dishes, thoughtfully c...
01/02/2026

We are delighted to introduce the Storehouse Cafe’s newest additions! 🍽️

Say hello to three fresh dishes, thoughtfully crafted and full of flavour:

🌸 Singapore sweet chilli and vegetable noodles with hot smoked salmon
🌸 Granola and yogurt pot with berry compote, fresh melon, and pomegranate seeds
🌸 Avocado, tomato, mozzarella, and poached eggs on toasted rye with balsamic glaze

We are open every day from 9am to 3pm…

Which will you try first? 🏰

Address

Lews Castle Grounds
Stornoway
HS20XP

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+441851281111

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