Ruins of a 13th-century castle. The castle initially belonged to the Comyn, Earl of Buchan. However, in the 14th century, it was forfeited by the Comyns. As a gesture of appreciation for Sir Gilbert Hay's assistance against the English, Robert the Bruce granted the castle to him.

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July 3, 2024

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Don’t get confused with Slain’s Castle, which is further north :-) Very nice walk though!

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1. Old Slain's castle from Collieston loop – Forvie National Nature Reserve

5.41km

01:27

70m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Forvie Nature reserve to Old Slain's Castle loop – Forvie National Nature Reserve

15.6km

04:08

160m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Aberdeenshire Coastal Trail: Collieston to Whinnyfold

17.0km

04:26

120m

Hike the 10.6-mile Aberdeenshire Coastal Trail from Collieston to Whinnyfold, a moderate route with dramatic cliffs and Old Slains Castle ru

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Elevation 10 m

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Saturday 14 March

9°C

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Max wind speed: 18.0 km/h

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Location: Slains And Collieston, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Ruins of Old Slains Castle

1. Old Slain's castle from Collieston loop – Forvie National Nature Reserve

2. Forvie Nature reserve to Old Slain's Castle loop – Forvie National Nature Reserve

3. Aberdeenshire Coastal Trail: Collieston to Whinnyfold

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