All Castles in Scotland
Castles in Scotland
- Save to ListCategory: Abbeys and Churches, Castles, Day Tours, Distilleries, Historic Houses, Iron Age, Bronze Age and Pictish Sites, Private Tours, Sightseeing, Tours, Transportation, and WhiskyPhone: 07988824368Email: paul@grandscot.comFrom the Scottish borders to the northern tip of Scotland, our mission is to take you on an affordable private tour off the beaten track through the Glens, Lochs and Castles and show you the Scotland we know and love. Read more...
- Save to ListPhone: +44-0-1856 871918The medieval Bishop’s Palace was built in the 1100s at about the same time as St Magnus Cathedral. King Hakon of Norway died within its walls after an indecisive battle with the Scots at Largs in 1263 Read more...
- Save to ListPhone: +44-0-1856 711282Balflour Castle, a spectacular exclusive use venue, dominates the south west end of the island of Shapinsay. It stands proudly in front of a belt of woodland close to the shore, and is the first and last that visitors see of Shapinsay on the short ferry crossing from Kirkwall. Balfour Castle’s location is so prominent that it is clearly visible Read more...
- Save to ListPhone: +There’s something to enjoy every day at Lews Castle. Explore the new Museum nan Eilean and see the famous Lewis Chessmen, stop for a bite to eat at the Storehouse Café, enjoy a woodland adventure in the grounds, or find that perfect gift in the Outfitters Shop. Read more...
- Save to ListPhone: +Dating from the 15th century, Kisimul is the only significant surviving medieval castle in the Outer Hebrides. Read more...
- Save to ListPhone: +Borve Castle (Caisteal Bhuirgh), built by Amy MacRuairi, the first wife of John, Lord of the Isles, still stands in ruins in the village of Torlum. It was originally constructed between 1344 and 1363 and was occupied by the Clanranald until the 1715 Jacobite Rising, when it was abandoned. Read more...
- Save to ListTake the scenic road to Huishinish on the Isle of Harris, encountering, steep hills, hidden lochs, waterfalls, remote villages, golden eagles and deer. Pass through the white gates to find Amhuinnsuidhe Castle, a spectacular hideaway offering outstanding accommodation, unsurpassed fishing and field sports, good food and Hebridean hospitality. Read more...
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- Save to ListPhone: +On the Castle trail.Unravel the two very different tales of this medieval tower house. Originally a noble residence, Corgarff became an army base for hunting down Jacobite sympathisers and, later, whisky smugglers. Read more...