Craigmillar castle is a stones throw from the centre of Edinburgh, but never part of the city, this castle is often overlooked and overshadowed by the impressive castles of Edinburgh and Stirling, but genuinely, Craigmillar is one of Scotland’s perfectly preserved castles and historic building that is full with exciting discoveries which was in use... Continue Reading →
We ventured to one of the most evocative and remarkable sights on the Scottish borders. This peel tower scales high up on a hill and dominates over the tweed valley, what’s more interesting about this particular tower is the story behind it, the story which I will tell you as we explore. So why not... Continue Reading →
Your journey begins with a very peaceful walk through the trees of the Dirleton estate where winding paths take you through impeccably maintained flowerbeds and lawns and the castle itself is perched on top of a huge rock outcrop that must have made it an almost impenetrable fortress 800 years ago. Although much of the... Continue Reading →
Formerly a castle that was bitterly fought over during the Scottish Wars of Independence, the Jedburgh Castle Jail & Museum details the history of life in a 19th-century prison. It’s actually considered one of the most haunted jails in the country. Jedburgh Castle Jail, Scotland Jedburgh Castle Jail was built in 1823, purposely resembling a... Continue Reading →
We explore the isolated eerie ruins sitting in the wild and remote hills of Liddesdale between Scotland and England. The lands in which this castle sits on were once the hotspot and heart of the middle march which was known as the bloodiest valley in Britain. The castle has a reputation for being haunted by... Continue Reading →
Hey everyone, welcome back to the last in our first tour of Scotland ,We’ve truly had the best time discovering new and old places but had to save the best till last, in our opinion of course until the next time we venture up North. Please join us in wandering an iconic and ruinous stronghold... Continue Reading →
Nestled upon the rugged cliff tops of Aberdeenshire, overlooking dramatic seascapes and Cruden Bay Golf Course, we explore this ruin, join us as we wander alone and learn about how this very castle became the visual palette for the famous story of Bram Stokers Dracula. Slains Castle is a large imposing ruin fronting directly onto... Continue Reading →
In today’s Blog we visit the area of Rosehearty inside Aberdeenshire. Our journey took us to a fascinating castle with many beautiful decorative features that are worth exploring here; join us as we wander the home of the Forbes of Pitsligo for over three centuries who enjoyed a settled life until the vengeful aftermath of... Continue Reading →
In today’s visit we explore the small vibrant market town of Beauly near Inverness and share with you our wander around the ruins of the stunning Beauly Priory. This magnificent ruin of a monastic church was founded in 1230 by French monks and is one of three priories founded in Scotland at this time. The... Continue Reading →
Our explore takes us back in time to 1250, when this Scottish castle was at the height of its magnificence and beauty it was named as an imposing castle ruin with a long and turbulent history. Those histories include a siege and counter siege, a possible forced marriage and last but not least, treachery and... Continue Reading →
Castle Roy is a rare example of an early castle ruin that was built in the late 12th century. It sits upon a rocky glacial mound to the north of the beautiful village of Nethy Bridge. Interestingly the castle has been associated with the clans of Mar, Comyn, Stewart and Grant. It changed many hands... Continue Reading →
Built, designed and developed in 1820 by James Graham , who was a Scottish architect, he was prominent for his work in the early 19th century. His most notable work is for his Scottish baronial style, this known architectural style is of 19th century gothic revival. Some of his work can be seen at Ayton... Continue Reading →
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