Huntly Castle

History meets harmony; the ruins of an ancient castle nursed by nature. Explore the castle and ponder its troubled past; then walk under the trees to the poetry of peace, a song of solace all around. A timber castle was built here in the 1100s, including a motte (mound) and courtyard. Then in the early […]

Ellon Castle Gardens

An oasis of captivating charm within Ellon town centre, Ellon Castle Gardens is the perfect place to relax and reconnect with nature. Maintained with labour and love by a small volunteer team, the gardens reached their current size in the 18th century. The ruined castle dates from the 15th century. Learn more about the history […]

Banff

Banff is a handsome and historic sea port town on the north coast of Aberdeenshire. Royal burgh status was granted in 1372 by King Robert II. A princely seven arched bridge connects Banff to Macduff across the estuary of the River Deveron, completed in 1779 by John Smeaton. The town touches the heart with its […]

Tolquhon Castle

History haunts the ruined castle like a murmur of yesterday; an aura of fragile peace plays with memories that refuse to fade in the light of today. The castle stands as a shadow of its former glory, however grandeur still glistens in the old stone walls. Tolquhon Castle, near Tarves in Aberdeenshire, is an exciting […]