Midhope Castle
Linlithgow · EH49
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Summary
A sixteenth-century tower house on the Hopetoun Estate in West Lothian, used as Lallybroch (Broch Tuarach) in the Outlander television series, with Reddit discussion confirming an internal view of the castle interior.
About this location
Midhope Castle is a sixteenth-century tower house on the Hopetoun Estate near Abercorn in West Lothian, a few miles west of Edinburgh on the south shore of the Firth of Forth. The castle consists of a rectangular tower with later seventeenth-century additions and has been unoccupied and partially ruined since the eighteenth century. The stone tower and its surviving architectural elements — corbelling, windows, and doorways — are intact enough to read as a lived-in period house when dressed for production. The Outlander television series used Midhope as the primary exterior stand-in for Lallybroch (Broch Tuarach), the fictional family seat of the Fraser family in the Scottish Highlands, appearing throughout the show’s run. Reddit Outlander community threads have followed visits to Midhope and shared internal views of the castle, with discussion of its current state of preservation. The castle is on the private Hopetoun Estate and access for filming is managed through the estate. The surrounding estate grounds provide additional period landscape coverage.
Access notes
- Parking
- On-site parking available — confirm crew-vehicle capacity with the venue.
- Loading access
- Loading access not listed. Confirm access points, door widths, and lift availability with the venue before the day.
- Public transit
- Linlithgow has mainline rail and regional bus connections. Check the nearest station and allow for equipment on-foot from transit.
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FAQ
- Do I need a permit to film at Midhope Castle?
- Yes — filming on or around Midhope Castle typically requires a permit. Allow roughly 5–10 working days lead time for most UK councils. Interior shoots on private property may also need owner consent.
- Is parking available at Midhope Castle?
- On-site parking is available at Midhope Castle. Capacity varies — confirm crew-vehicle numbers with the venue before the day.
- How much does it cost to film at Midhope Castle?
- Midhope Castle sits in the £££ band. Typical UK film-location day rates range from under £200 for simple interior shoots to well over £1,000 for period properties and landmark venues. Confirm with the venue directly.
- What crew size is suitable for Midhope Castle?
- Midhope Castle can take a medium-sized crew of up to around 15 — most commercial, music-video, and short-form productions fit comfortably.
- Has anything been filmed at Midhope Castle before?
- Midhope Castle appears on Filmshoot's UK location index because it has a documented track record or strong characteristics for film and photography. Specific production credits aren't displayed unless publicly confirmed by the venue — ask the venue directly or check ScreenSkills and IMDb Locations for verified credits.
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