Scotland

Ancestral home to the Clan Brodie for over 400 years, it is understood the family were gifted the land by King Malcolm IV in 1160. The original castle was built in 1567 but was destroyed by fire in 1645, by Lewis Gordon …

Any visit to the Isle of Skye is incomplete without visiting Dunvegan Castle & Gardens, the ancestral home of the Chiefs of Clan MacLeod for 800 years.  With a wealth of history and clan legend, this is reputably the oldest continuously inhabited …

Discover the romantic Highland castle, the 14th century home of the Thanes of Cawdor. Built by the Cawdor family for over 600 years including three unique Scottish gardens and a Cawdoor bigwood experience! Located about 5 miles south west of Nairn, Cawdor …

Built high on a clifftop overlooking the Moray Firth, Dunbeath Castle, has one of the most dramatic approaches to any house in Scotland. Dunbeath was first mentioned in historical records as far back as 1428. The castle was a stronghold of the …

If you want to see castles in Scotland, then Eilean Donan Castle is surely at the top of the list – built in the thirteenth century, it was a stronghold of the Clan Mackenzie and their allies, the Clan MacRae. Eilean Donan’s …

Glamis Castle is a living, breathing monument to Scottish heritage, hospitality and enjoyment for all. The family home of the Earls of Strathmore and Kinghorne, Glamis Castle is the legendary setting for Shakespeare’s Macbeth, the childhood home of HM Queen Elizabeth, The …

Culzean Castle is a castle overlooking the Firth of Clyde, near Maybole, Carrick, in South Ayrshire, on the west coast of Scotland. It is the former home of the Marquess of Ailsa, the chief of Clan Kennedy, but is now owned by …

Discover quirky features of Castle Fraser such as the Laird’s Lug, hidden trapdoors, secret staircases and a spy hole! They offer Castle tours of the Great Hall and Victorian bedrooms, plus tower-top views and walled garden. Admire fascinating family treasures and portraits …

The Castle of Mey has a long and interesting history as the most northerly inhabited castle in Scotland The Castle of Mey was built by George, the 4th Earl of Caithness, for his second son William Sinclair. When visiting the family seat …

Inveraray Castle was built in the Gothic Revival style and is home to the The Duke & Duchess of Argyll. Work on it began in 1743. This castle replaced an earlier 15th-century castle.  the interior includes a number of neoclassical rooms created for …

Walk the halls of the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots and soak up the historic atmosphere of this incredible ruin in Linlithgow. Whether you want to take a tour or wander at your own pace, there’s plenty to discover in this …

Corra Castle (also known as Corrax, Corax or Corehouse Castle) is a ruined 16th-century castle within the Corehouse Estate near New Lanark in Scotland. It overlooks Corra Linn, one of the four waterfalls which make up the Falls of Clyde. In 1967 it …

If you want to combine an experience of wild natural beauty and the exploration of history, then we’ve got the perfect day out to add to your stack. Located on the shore of the famous Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle is home to …

For any historian fans out there, Brodick Castle on the Isle of Arran gives the visitors a truly interactive experience. In the castle there is; a Victorian arcade, mood lighting and evocative sounds, so whilst you discover a brilliant collection of period …

Are you a lover of history, or do you want to explore some of Scotland’s hidden gems? Well then, make sure to take a trip down to the ruins of Kilmahew Castle in Argyll! The ruins are located near St Peters Seminary, …

Explore these striking ruins set against the rocky coastline of St Andrews! Once the seat of Scotland’s leading Bishops, St Andrews Castle dates all the way back to the middle ages and has been home to some of the most influential figures …

For over 700 years, Duart Castle, the seat of the Clan Maclean, has defended the Sound of Mull and Loch Linnhe, with its impressive curtain walls and solid keep.  The castle was once abandoned in 1751, and the land on which it …

Blackness Castle is commonly referred to as ‘the ship that never sailed’ due to its aesthetic similarity to a large ship and its proximity to the water. It was originally constructed in the 15th century for the noble Crichton family but came …

On perhaps one of the most breathtaking sites, Dunnottar Castle was built in 1392 on the cliffside by Sir William Keith, Great Marischal of Scotland, 160 feet above sea level and surrounded on three sides by the North Sea. It is located …

Looking to do some sightseeing around Dundee? Then hop on over to Broughty Castle, an imposing fort sitting at the mouth of the Tay! Constructed in 1496, the castle has a long and war-torn history. Tour around the castle and look through …

No visit to Stirling is complete without a trip to the Castle! Once the heart of the Scottish Monarchy and the centre of courtly life, the impressive palace and fortress have roots in ancient times and the additions over the centuries tell …

Looking for a historic day out in the Highlands? Known as the ‘Jewel in the crown of the Highlands’, Dunrobin castle is one of the largest and most beautiful intact castles in Scotland and only an hour’s drive from Inverness! Watch layers …