Stables Café
The Stables Building is set in a beautiful location on the Isle of Skye. it’s the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a warm, family-friendly atmosphere.
Escape the crowds and queues of Skye and relax in a historic location with stunning views across mainland Scotland. Situated in the Sleat peninsula, known as the ‘Garden of Skye,’ our Stables café supports a local charity and young people from the area. In addition to enjoying award-winning gardens and a museum, there’s plenty to do for families, including a woodland play park. The surrounding area is home to amazing flora and fauna, with sightings of whales, dolphins, porpoises, and otters throughout the summer. The café is also a Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards Winner for 2024, rated in the top 10% of visitor attractions worldwide.
Whether you’re meeting friends and family, visiting our award-winning castle gardens and museum, or simply looking to escape the hustle and bustle, we look forward to welcoming you.
Whispers of ancient clans, towering castles, and untamed adventures linger around this very seat. What tales will you add?
You may find the storytelling chair close to the den building area.
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Whispers of ancient clans, towering castles, and untamed adventures linger around this very seat. What tales will you add?
You may find the storytelling chair close to the den building area.
#ArmadaleGardens #storytelling #ClanHistory #HeritageEstate #VisitSkye #ScottishHighlands #TravelScotland
Dreaming of blooms, past, present and future. 🌷
#armadalecastle #Skyegardens #visitskye #Scotlandtravel #blooms #summerseason #flowersoftheday

Dreaming of blooms, past, present and future. 🌷
#armadalecastle #Skyegardens #visitskye #Scotlandtravel #blooms #summerseason #flowersoftheday
There are three beautiful ponds in the gardens – two built in 1986 and a third added in 1996, each shaped by the head gardeners of their time. The third photo shows the original pond from 1986, showcasing its early days. Today, all three ponds continue to look stunning, reflecting the vibrant colours of the seasons, thanks to the care and attention of the gardeners who followed.
#ArmadaleGardens #Gardening #VisitSkye #Scenery #Scotland #VisitScotland #HistoricGardens #landscaping

There are three beautiful ponds in the gardens – two built in 1986 and a third added in 1996, each shaped by the head gardeners of their time. The third photo shows the original pond from 1986, showcasing its early days. Today, all three ponds continue to look stunning, reflecting the vibrant colours of the seasons, thanks to the care and attention of the gardeners who followed.
#ArmadaleGardens #Gardening #VisitSkye #Scenery #Scotland #VisitScotland #HistoricGardens #landscaping
A big thank you to Edinbane and MacDiarmid Primary Schools for visiting us recently on their school trip! We had such a great time exploring, learning, and creating with the students.
We’re looking forward to welcoming even more school groups throughout June!
#SchoolTrip #Armadalecastle #EducationalFun #PlayparkSkye #PaintedStones #Natureart #KidsArt

A big thank you to Edinbane and MacDiarmid Primary Schools for visiting us recently on their school trip! We had such a great time exploring, learning, and creating with the students.
We’re looking forward to welcoming even more school groups throughout June!
#SchoolTrip #Armadalecastle #EducationalFun #PlayparkSkye #PaintedStones #Natureart #KidsArt
A few video clips from the Donald MacDonald Cuach! Pipers: Alasdair Henderson, Willie McCallum, Stuart Liddell and Finlay Johnston. Musical performance by Emily MacDonald and Ewan Macintyre. Thanks again!
#traditionalmusic #Scottishhighlands #bagpipers #Cuach #piobaireachd #gaelicmusic

A few video clips from the Donald MacDonald Cuach! Pipers: Alasdair Henderson, Willie McCallum, Stuart Liddell and Finlay Johnston. Musical performance by Emily MacDonald and Ewan Macintyre. Thanks again!
#traditionalmusic #Scottishhighlands #bagpipers #Cuach #piobaireachd #gaelicmusic
What an exceptional evening!
Congratulations to Stuart Liddell, winner of the Donald MacDonald Cuach with the tune Cogadh no Sìth (War or Peace).
We were honoured to host this prestigious competition and hear outstanding performances from all the pipers. Thank you to John Wilson for adjudicating, and to Angus MacDonald for his continued dedication to this event. Special thanks also to Emily MacDonald and Ewan Macintyre for their performances during the evening.
And thanks to everyone who joined us to celebrate the music and tradition of pìobaireachd.
#DonaldMacDonaldCuach #ArmadaleCastle #HighlandPiping #ScottishTradition #Bagpipers #VisitSkye #TraditionalMusic

What an exceptional evening!
Congratulations to Stuart Liddell, winner of the Donald MacDonald Cuach with the tune Cogadh no Sìth (War or Peace).
We were honoured to host this prestigious competition and hear outstanding performances from all the pipers. Thank you to John Wilson for adjudicating, and to Angus MacDonald for his continued dedication to this event. Special thanks also to Emily MacDonald and Ewan Macintyre for their performances during the evening.
And thanks to everyone who joined us to celebrate the music and tradition of pìobaireachd.
#DonaldMacDonaldCuach #ArmadaleCastle #HighlandPiping #ScottishTradition #Bagpipers #VisitSkye #TraditionalMusic
Traditional music of the Gàidhealtachd, heard live.
Tonight from 7pm, we invite you to the Donald MacDonald Cuach at the Stables Café, Armadale Castle.
Experience pìobaireachd – the classical music of the Highland bagpipe.
Free entry, with complimentary drinks and light bites.
We hope to see you there!
#DonaldMacDonald #Cuach #bagpipesnkilts #CeòlMòr #GaelicTradition #HighlandPiping #ArmadaleCastle #SkyeEvents #VisitSkye #pìobaireachd

Traditional music of the Gàidhealtachd, heard live.
Tonight from 7pm, we invite you to the Donald MacDonald Cuach at the Stables Café, Armadale Castle.
Experience pìobaireachd – the classical music of the Highland bagpipe.
Free entry, with complimentary drinks and light bites.
We hope to see you there!
#DonaldMacDonald #Cuach #bagpipesnkilts #CeòlMòr #GaelicTradition #HighlandPiping #ArmadaleCastle #SkyeEvents #VisitSkye #pìobaireachd
Nothing better than a freshly baked cranachan cake from the Stables, enjoyed while wandering through the gardens.🧡 Oh, and this butterfly bracelet is from the gift shop!
#ArmadaleCastle #Cranachan #Stablescafe #summersday #VisitSkye #SlowTravel #butterflybracelet #ScotlandTravel #hiddengemsSkye #SkyeEats

Nothing better than a freshly baked cranachan cake from the Stables, enjoyed while wandering through the gardens.🧡 Oh, and this butterfly bracelet is from the gift shop!
#ArmadaleCastle #Cranachan #Stablescafe #summersday #VisitSkye #SlowTravel #butterflybracelet #ScotlandTravel #hiddengemsSkye #SkyeEats