Craigievar Castle

Craigievar Castle in Autumn © Copyright MichaelMaggs and licensed for reuse under Creative Commons Licence.

Craigievar Castle is located off the A980 road about 6 miles south of the village of Alford, Aberdeenshire, Scotland (Scottish Gaelic: Athfort, Siorrachd Obar Dheathain, Alba). This early seventeenth century harled castle and grounds is owned by the National Trust for Scotland. The seven storey castle is a fine example of Scottish Baronial architecture and is known for it's plasterwork ceilings. The grounds are open to the public throughout the year and the castle open for tours during the summer months. 

Image: Craigievar Castle in Autumn © Copyright MichaelMaggs and licensed for reuse under Creative Commons Licence.

Link: National Trust for Scotland Craigievar Castle.

Celtic nation:

Itinerary:

Place type: