The Isle of Skye is packed with incredible landscapes, but if you want to uncover stories of real people, then you need to visit Dunvegan Castle. Perched on a small crag above a sea loch, this has been home to Clan MacLeod for over 800 years. It should come as Read more
If you’re anything like me, then finding castles to stay in Scotland would be a dream come true! There’s something very special about waking up in a building with so much history. Maybe it’s the same bedroom that Mary Queen of Scots slept in or maybe the bar was once Read more
Scotland is blessed with hundreds of incredible historic spots, but few can match the stories of Stirling Castle! Guarding a vital crossing point over the River Forth for centuries, this fortress is the birthplace of Kings and Queens of Scots. Some of the most important events in Scottish history took Read more
Scotland has a lot of castles, but there are none quite like the incredible Castle Tioram. I spend a lot of my time visiting and writing about historic sites, so I know a special place when I see it. Perched on a dramatic crag, surrounded by a beautiful loch, it’s Read more
There are few castles in Scotland as picturesque as Kilchurn Castle on Loch Awe. It’s right at the top of Scotland’s most Instagrammable spots, but that’s not the only thing you should visit for. The reason why Kilchurn Castle is one of Scotland’s greatest, is the stories that go along Read more
There are so many things to do in Angus, but it’s easily one of Scotland’s most underrated regions. Visitors often drive through it to reach the castles of Aberdeenshire or round it towards the alluring Highlands. Unfortunately, those who do are missing out on a whole host of activities and Read more
Scotland is full of castles, with over 2000 spread across the hills, glens and clifftops. With over 30,000 lochs and thousands of miles of coast, you’ll also find plenty of Scottish island castles to visit. I’m talking about castles almost entirely surrounded by water, rather than those found on one Read more
For most tourists to Scotland’s capital city, a visit to Edinburgh Castle is an essential part of their trip. There’s so much to see inside though that it can be a little overwhelming. This isn’t just one building with a neat one way system, it’s an enormous sprawling complex! With Read more
There are over 300 Aberdeenshire Castles, that’s more per acre than anywhere else in Britain. From clifftop fortresses to modified tower-houses and from romantic, war-torn ruins to lavish, luxury homes. No matter what you’re interested in, you’ll find it here. It’s no surprise then that Aberdeenshire is known as Castle Read more
Most travellers to Scotland want to explore a few castles and there are plenty of options. Choosing isn’t easy, but if you like clan history, beautiful surroundings and fascinating legends then you need to visit Cawdor Castle! Cawdor is still privately owned so visitors wander through a genuine home rather Read more