Bannerman Castle

Address:

2 Red Flynn Drive, Beacon, NY 12508

Phone:

845 203-1316

Website:

Discover the ruins of this Scottish-style castle on the Hudson River was built in the early 1900s by Frank Bannerman to store military surplus items. Take a magnificent boat ride from the Beacon dock over to Pollepel Island aboard the BCT’s Estuary Steward tour boat. Enjoy a guided or self-guided walking tour of the island. Visit the famous Bannerman Castle ruins and gardens and explore the original Bannerman residence, which is now a museum. Stop by the new island pavilion and gift shop! around the castle, residence, and restored gardens.

Enjoy special events, movie nights, lectures, musical performances, and theatrical events by Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival and Theatre on the Road.

Note: Trails have some rough terrain as well as 75 stairs. Accessible via water only. Advance booking is required for all tours!

Bannerman Castle is one of the participating locations on the Dutchess Tourism Story Finder Trail, a free mobile passport program featuring discounts, perks and itineraries for some of the region’s most captivating historic sites. Sign up now!

Winner of the Dutchess Tourism History Award of Distinction

Winner of the Dutchess Tourism Event Award of Distinction