Castles and Historic Sites in the Cairngorms National Park
The Cairngorms has had an important role to play in much of Scotland's history - from Royal fueds and bloody battles to industrial revolution. There are many sites which tell these stories dotted all around the Cairngorms National Park - at some you may have to use your imagination a little more than at others, but they all delve deep into the history of the area.
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1. Braemar Castle
17th Century Castle with an exciting story. Built in 1628 by the Earl of Mar as his Highland hunting lodge, burned in the first Jacobite uprising, hom... more >
Braemar Castle
Braemar
t: 013397 41219
2. Blair Castle
The magnificent five star Blair Castle, the ancient seat of the Dukes and Earls of Atholl, is set in the heart of Atholl Estates which stretches accro...
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Atholl Estates
Blair Atholl
t: 01796 481207
3. Drumin Castle
Only two walls remain of this former stronghold of Alexander Stewart, better known as the 'Wolf of Badenoch' (1342-1406). The ruins are situated in t... more >
Glenlivet
Tomintoul
t: 01479 870070
4. Balmoral Estate
Balmoral, Scottish home to The Royal family, open April to July each year.
Grounds, Gardens, Exhibi
Balmoral,
Ballater
(tel: +44 (0) 1339 742534)
5. Ruthven Barracks
Ruthven, Kingussie (tel: )
6. Corgarff Castle
16th Century Medieval Tower - Open 7 days Apr. to Sep., weekends only Oct. to Mar.
Corgarff,
Strathdon
(tel: 01975 651 460)
7. Glenbuchat Castle
A Z-plan tower house, built in 1590. Former laird, John Gordon, was a notable Jacobite.
Glenbuchat,
Strathdon
(tel: 01667 460 232)
8. Mar Lodge
Historic Country Lodge fantastic for groups, functions, weddings and corporate entertaining.
Mar Lodge Estate,
Braemar
(tel: 0844 493 2172)
9. Kildrummy Castle
A 13th Centure Castle and former stronghold of the Earls of Mar. Open summertime only.
Kildrummy,
Strathdon
(tel: 01975 651 460)
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