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Map Inside Hill of Fearn A B C D E Balintore scotland’s Nigg r t h Lossiemouth F i Hopeman explore: Spey Bay Portknockie B817 a y B9040 Findochty Rosehearty 9 Castle Trail Cromarty r Burghead o Duffus 12 Cullen M Buckie A942 Portsoy Gardenstown Pennan Fraserburgh 1 1 Findhorn Kingston A98 Banff Macduff St Combs B9160 Elgin Kirktown scotland’s Explore Aberdeenshire Kinloss Lhanbryde B9031 New of Deskford Culbin Bar Aberdour B9022 A98 10 A98 Aberdeenshire is bursting with rich history, Fort A981 George Forres B9013 Fochabers A90 Rattray Castle Nairn B9018 Head stunning scenery, abundant local wildlife, a Rafford B9016 B9105 Ardersier Barnhill Gordonstown Peatknowe Strichen New A950 mouth-watering natural larder and a buzzing Auldearn A941 A952 B9010 y A96 Pitsligo e p A95 Trail cultural scene. Come and see for yourself! S 8 Red deer stag, Royal Deeside B9039 B9091 Dallas Aberchirder A940 r n Littlemill e ro Cawdor v Keith B9117 e Rothes i R ev R A95 iver D Turriff Mintlaw More than 4000 years of human activity has shaped A950 Aberdeenshire’s landscape making it one of the best places Scotland’s Castle Country Ferness Craigellachie New Deer B9024 Upper Charlestown B9030 Peterhead to learn about Scotland’s fascinating past. Follow The Stone B9006 Knockando of Aberlour Aberdeenshire is known as ‘Scotland’s Castle 13 A97 Drumblair A947 Boddam Circle Trail to learn more about Aberdeenshire’s Bronze Age 2 Cairnborrow 11 B9005 A948 horn 7 Country’. With an impressive count of over 300 d Dufftown inhabitants, or visit wonderful carved stones on The Pictish in A95 A920 2 F Daless B9154 r Dava y castles, stately mansions and ruins scattered e Lochindorb A939 Badenscoth Stone Trail. Finally discover Queen Victoria and Prince iv e Huntly Methlick R p Fyvie Alberts favourite spots along the Victorian Heritage Trail. across the landscape, there are more castles s Hilton Auchnagallin h B9009 A941 6 Cruden Bay per acre here than anywhere else in the UK. Moy t A920 B9170 B9007 a Clashindarroch r Colpy Ellon A975 B9102 t S Tomatin Glenlivet 14 A920 Cromdale 5 Collieston Use the map provided in this handy guide to explore the Dulnain Pitmedden A9 Tomnavoulin Cabrach Insch Pitcaple VisitScotland Information Centre 19 magnificent sites along Scotland’s Castle Trail – the Bridge Grantown- B9136 Rhynie Oldmeldrum Duthil A938 Elrick only one of its kind in the country. Discover the dark, on-Spey Newburgh - Open All Year B9153 Lumsden B992 dramatic and often gruesome stories that bring the rich Carrbridge A97 - Seasonal B9008 Inverurie heritage of these historic fortresses to life. Jump in the car Nethy Chapeltown Mossat Newmachar Bridge Tomintoul Badenyon and follow the distinctive brown and white Castle Trail Boat of Bridge of Brown 1 Castle Trail Destination Garten 15 Kintore Balmedie Kildrummy Kemnay road-signs, which will lead you through Aberdeenshire A980 n The Castle Trail Aviemore o discovering fine art, regal gardens, 3 A939 Alford 3 Strathdon D Monymusk r royal residences, Hollywood movie i n s ve A944 4 Dyce Alternative route Loch u n t a Ri locations and much more. Morlich M o Cock (part of Aberdeenshire Coastal Trail) o r m Bridge A944 19 Sauchen Alvie n g Colnabaichin Westhill Check out each of the entries in this leaflet for other A9 i r River Avon Primary Road a on Echt ABERDEEN C n Av 16 Royal Lochnagar Distillery, Royal Deeside things to see and do near to each castle. There are great B970 Gle Tarland Lumphanan options if you’re planning to spend more time near a Feshiebridge Cults A Road Loch Avon Kincardine Torphins 3 A93 After you’ve explored our history and heritage, enjoy a day specific castle and there are some outstanding attractions Insh O’Neil B977 B Road Dinnet Peterculter out at a number of beautiful beaches along the165-mile suggested that you won’t want to miss. e i A93 Crathes h B976 Aboyne Aberdeenshire Coastal Trail. From summit to sea, witness s Auchlean Cairngorms Minor road e r Dee B9077 A9(T) F ve Ri Portlethen some breathtaking scenery and incredible wildlife. Enjoy the n National B976 Banchory Find out more about Scotland’s Castle Trail at e Ballater Marywell National Trust for Scotland Property l 17 Crathie 2 B979 great outdoors and test your golfing skills on 57 links and G www.visitscotland.com/castletrail A90 Park Braemar Strachan parkland courses, walk in the Cairngorms National Park ee 18 A957 Historic Scotland Property River D i n s Aucholzie or try out some spectacular mountain biking. And at the Auchallater t a Cover: Dunnottar Castle, Stonehaven 4 Inverey n 4 2016-17 end of the day, get a real taste of Aberdeenshire’s delicious o u Rickarton Privately Run Property Photography: National Trust for Scotland, Historic Environment Scotland, M produce and the warming Secret Malts of Aberdeenshire. n Bridge Stonehaven Paul Tomkins/VisitScotland. i a m p Spittal of of Dye a A93 Glenmuick Quality Assurance awards are correct at time of printing - February 2016. G r A90 1 Find out more about Aberdeenshire at B974 0 10 20 km This publication is printed on recycled content paper. VisitScotland is Auchronie Tarfside www.visitscotland.com/aberdeenshire © Ashworth Maps and Interpretation Ltd. 2016. committed to ensuring that our environment, upon which our tourism is so Auchenblae A92 N www.visitscotland.com/castletrail Contains Ordnance Survey data © Crown copyright and database right 2016. R 0 10 miles dependent, is safe guarded for future generations to enjoy. iv e Catterline Acharn r Gle A B C n Esk N B966 D E o r Devil’s th Fettercairn Clova Elbow E Ri sk v e Laurencekirk Inverbervie r Waterhead a G B9120 l l S s e I o n u r C t e h l v i o E R v s a k On the map On the map On the map On the map On the map On the map On the map 1 D4 2 D4 3 D3 4 D3 5 D2 6 D2 7 D2 Dunnottar Castle Crathes Castle Drum Castle Castle Fraser Tolquhon Castle Haddo House Fyvie Castle The romantic and evocative ruins of Dunnottar Castle, Turrets and towers, winding staircases, ornate painted Drum Castle, home of the Irvine family for over 650 years, An atmospheric baronial castle which dates back to the Sitting within spacious grounds, Tolquhon has been Originally designed by Scottish architect William Adam Fyvie’s history stretches back over 800 years. With perched on its commanding clifftop position on the edge of ceilings and ancient sculpted yew trees combine to make a dates back to the 13th century and contains a superb 15th century. One of the grandest Castles of Mar, this described as one of the most beautiful castles in in 1732, Haddo House is a magnifi cent example of an medieval stones and the lavish Edwardian interiors, you the North Sea is one of the most outstanding landmarks in visit to Crathes Castle a great day out for the whole family. collection of furniture and paintings. magnifi cent building contains an evocative great hall, fi ne Scotland. Sir William Forbes, who adapted and historic Scottish stately home. Home of the Gordon can imagine what life must have been like for the families Scotland. This historically signifi cant fortress has withstood An enchanting 16th century tower house, Crathes is Outside, discover the Garden of Historic Roses, three furniture, paintings and a few spooky tales. expanded an existing tower house in the 1580’s, family for over 400 years, Haddo House retains a homely and their royal guests. Enjoy the superb collections of a siege (protecting the Scottish crown jewels) from Oliver surrounded by large formal gardens, woodland walks and waymarked walks and the Old Wood of Drum. Children Discover the beautiful secluded walled garden and extensive intended its construction to be an impressive feel. The house also contains an impressive collection of furniture, arms, armour and paintings as you explore. Cromwell, played host to kings and queens and was used rolling Scottish countryside. can also enjoy the adventure playground. woodland walks with picturesque views of the castle. Children residence, although he incorporated plenty of period furniture, ceramics and art, including paintings Take time for a stroll round the walled garden and for the recent Hollywood movie Victor Frankenstein. It also can also enjoy exploring the ‘Woodland Secrets’ play area. gunloops to deter any hostile visitors. This is a great by Sir Thomas Lawrence and James Giles. Discover the picturesque loch, and see the restored 1903 racquets court Look out for Go Ape!TM, discover the children’s adventure In 2016, the castle, in partnership with Aberdeen narrowly missed out on becoming the eighth wonder of building to explore, including a secret compartment family’s fascinating story over the centuries throughout and bowling alley. Complete your visit with something playground and top off your visit with some home-baked Art Gallery, is hosting ‘Northern Lights’ an exhibition Visit the tearoom for home-baked cakes and take in the the world. Come and experience Scotland’s most striking in the laird’s quarters where he hid his valuables. the house and grounds, admire the amazing interiors tasty in the castle tearoom close to the historic kitchens. coastal fortifi cations from the inside. treats in the café. celebrating the beauty of light in Scottish art. ambiance of the 19th century castle kitchen. and then explore the garden and adjacent Country Park. www.dunnottarcastle.co.uk National Trust for Scotland www.nts.org.uk/CrathesCastle National Trust for Scotland www.nts.org.uk/DrumCastle National Trust for Scotland www.nts.org.uk/CastleFraser Historic Scotland www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/tolquhoncastle National Trust for
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