Braemar Castle

Castle · Aberdeenshire

Braemar Castle

Castle · Aberdeenshire

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Braemar, Ballater AB35 5XR, United Kingdom

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Braemar Castle, a charming 17th-century Highland gem with stunning views and vibrant local community charm, invites you to explore its storied past.  

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Braemar, Ballater AB35 5XR, United Kingdom Get directions

braemarcastle.co.uk
@braemar.castle

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Braemar, Ballater AB35 5XR, United Kingdom Get directions

+44 1339 741219
braemarcastle.co.uk
@braemar.castle

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wheelchair accessible entrance

Last updated

Feb 20, 2025

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"Braemar Castle has been through a lot. Built as a Highland hunting lodge for the Earl of Mar in 1628, the classic tower house was repeatedly sacked throughout the years, torched by John Farquharson in 1689 and again by the English in 1715 and 1745. Still, here it stands, serving as quite the specimen with its L-shaped tower house and round, cantilevered turrets. For the past 200 years, it’s been the family home of the chief of Clan Farquharson, and today visitors can tour 12 furnished rooms, including the drawing room where Queen Victoria took tea. Be sure to peak into the pit, a bleak, windowless prison once used for sheep and cattle thieves, then check out the 18th-century graffiti left by English soldiers."

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sue pirnie

Google
Lovely little castle run by the community. Dressed as if the past owners were there...very interesting links to fashion ivons of the twenties. Also lovely graffiti from when it was a garrison.

Blush Indigo Jewellery

Google
Absolutely charming place! And Doreen made it the highlight of our Scotland trip with her 1h guided tour through this magic place. The castle is fully furnished and you expect the Laird to step into the dining room any minute. The castle is run by the villagers of Braemar, everyone is a volunteer to keep this place running. Best 12 pounds we spent on our trip to the Highlands! Thank you 🙏

LauraGrace Roaming Hind

Google
Beautiful castle and grounds. Sadly it was closed but it was still lovely to walk around and sit in the little hut.

Paul Ferguson

Google
A lovely castle you can enjoy at your own pace while listening to the audio guide. The rooms have interesting stories behind them and the views are amazing. All the staff were very enthusiastic about the castle.

Sandra Howlett

Google
Nice that the castle is run by the local community. No need to book in advance. They provide text or audio tour descriptions and even have photo scavenger hunt for kids.

Trina Stephenson

Google
Enjoyable tour by myself of Castle and then a wonderful walk to the village of Braemar through the woods and back. The castle attendant described the pathway through the woods to me so I would have an enjoyable hike to the village.

Gladys Somanje

Google
It's wss closed by the time of the visit. However, it looks stunning and a well manicured lawn and the hut house. I wish to come back and get the tour.

Jennifer LB

Google
Fantastic to see the castle looking so great! I've often passed by, but this time I had the opportunity to stop and visit. As the castle is independently run by members of the local community, it is wonderfully free of the various intrusive signs and banners you usually see at these types of properties, which makes for great photos and all-round a more pleasant experience. We wandered around at our own leisure using the handy guide but there were plenty of friendly volunteers on site who I'm sure could have answered any questions we may have had. I highly recommend stopping off here for a visit. Car parking charge of £3.

Danielle C.

Yelp
We had a wonderful visit to Braemar Castle in Braemar Scotland. The staff at the castle were wonderful! Kind, informative and very professional. It was such a nice visit to such a beautiful place! Thank you for making our visit memorable :)