Braemar Castle
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Overview
Braemar Castle is set in stunning landscape in the Cairngorms National Park, at the heart of the Royal Highlands. Guided tours of the twelve furnished rooms reflect the 400 year history of the castle and includes stories of the Jacobites, soldiers, ghosts and Clan Farquharson. Built by the Earl of Mar in 1628 it was later burned by Jacobites, and garrisoned by Redcoats. It was the family home of the Chiefs of the clan for more than 200 years, and is now operated by the community of Braemar.
Features
- Opening Times
- Opening Times: Open Apr-Jun & Sep-Oct, Wed-Sun; Jul-Aug, daily 10-5
- Facilities
- Parking onsite
- Parking nearby
- Children
About the area
Visitors to Aberdeenshire with any kind of interest in history are in for a treat. There are more castles to the acre in Aberdeenshire than anywhere else in Britain.
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