The Top 6 Castles around Glenlivet
A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 6
beautiful castles to choose from around Glenlivet. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Glenlivet. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: November 17, 2025
Castle Roy Ruins
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A Norman-style square castle located right next to the road. Interesting information boards. There's little excuse not to take a break and absorb a little history. Nice gravel paths ascend …
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Ballindalloch Castle
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Ballindalloch Castle is known as the ‘Pearl of the North’ due to its elegance and fine position on the banks of the River Avon, a short distance from its junction …
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Drumin Castle
Highlight • Historical Site
Smugler Trail leads here
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Corgarff Castle
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Corgarff Castle is located slightly west of the village of Corgarff, in Aberdeenshire, north-east Scotland. It stands by the Lecht road, which crosses the pass between Strathdon and Tomintoul.
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Old Bridge of Avon and Ballindalloch Castle Gatehouse
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Bridge over the Avon from 1745, where a military road used to lead. Here is also the entrance gate with tower house to Ballindalloch Castle
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