Aberdour Castle was built in the 1100s and went on to serve generations of three noble families – including a Regent of Scotland. The Douglas family left their mark, raising the height of the ...

Stirling is one of Scotland’s greatest stone castles – an icon integral to how we understand the nation’s story. The castle peaked in importance in the 1500s, but its volcanic crag has been fortified ...

1 Apr to 30 Sept: Daily, 9.30am to 4.30pm (last entry 4pm) 1 Oct to 31 Mar: Daily except Thur and Fri, 10am to 3.30pm (last entry 3pm) ...

Tantallon was the last truly great castle built in Scotland. William Douglas, a nobleman, built the mighty fortress in the mid-1300s, at the height of his power. In 1354, William was given the estates ...

1 Apr to 30 Sept: Daily, 10am to 4.30pm (last entry 4pm) 1 Oct to 31 Mar: Fri & Sat, 10am to 4pm (last entry 3.30pm) ...

Doune has a long history of fortification. A Roman fort is nearby, and the masonry and earthworks of the present castle probably include parts of an earlier castle that stood here. But the way the ...

Edinburgh Castle has witnessed many of the defining events in Scotland’s history. Sieges were fought over the mighty stronghold. Royalty lived and died within its walls. Just the sight of the Castle ...

Search for National Cycle Network routes on the Sustrans website. Plan your journey by public transport using Traveline Scotland. Let us know if you spot one of our sites in the wrong location. You ...

Help us cut carbon and traffic and preserve this historic site for future generations. Find out how to get here by train, bus, bike and foot There are 4 bike racks available at the castle which can ...

Aberdour Castle was built in the 1100s and went on to serve generations of three noble families – including a Regent of Scotland. The Douglas family left their mark, raising the height of the ...

These green spaces play a big role in our heritage, national identity, nature conservation and well-being.