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Slains Castle Ruins

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Slains Castle Ruins

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  • Location: Cruden, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, United Kingdom

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    February 26, 2023

    Road cycling

    Originally constructed in 1597 by the Earl of Erroll the castle has seen many modifications and rebuilds over the last 400 years. The castle was eventually abandoned in 1925 and the roof removed to avoid having to pay taxes.
    You can visit the ruin and view it for the nearby cliff paths.
    This highlight is at the closest point on good road suitable for road bikes. You can get much closer if you're happy to ride up the track or push/walk.

    June 25, 2022

    Road cycling

    Well worth a visit.
    But be careful on the walkway/road to the castle as the walkway is laid with broken shells which are sharp and the road/pathway isn't really suitable for a road bike.
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    Location: Cruden, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, United Kingdom

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