Castle Fraser is a fabulous location should you wish to absorb yourself in the atmosphere of old traditional Scotland with its quirky features, family treasures and fascinating stories. Like most Scottish castles they evolved over the centuries and Castle Fraser is no exception. Dating from the mid-15th century, the building alterations to the castle resulted in it becoming one of the largest tower houses in the country.
The castle is replete with family portraits, ornaments, and mementoes, all of which have a colourful story to tell about their owner at the time.
Discover how the Laird would eaves on his guests using his "Laird's Lug", a hidden chamber above the Great Hall.
Venture up to the top of the round tower for incredible views and explore the beautiful walled garden which has been returned to its 18th-century original appearance.
The Cullerlie stone circle, also known as the Standing Stones of Echt, is thought to have been built in the second millennium BC and is quite unique in design, though similar constructions were reported to be nearby in 1820 of which no trace can now be found.
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The Scotch whisky of Glen Garioch is made the same way today as it has always been, but it never stops being fascinating. Come and see time-honoured skills at work, touch and smell the natural ingredients used in its production, hear from the master craftsmen involved...
Competitors from all over Scotland come to the Oldmeldrum Highland Games to compete in traditional Highland Light and Heavy events like Jumping, Running as well as throwing Hammers and Stones respectively, all with their different competitive themes and...
The Aberdeen Highland Games are a highlight on the Aberdeen summer calendar, promising a day full of family entertainment. Traditional Scottish Highland Games competitions comprise pipe band championships, solo piping competitions, as well as a funfair, family...