The castle is believed to have been built in 1562 by Sir David Graham, nephew of Cardinal Beaton as a keystone in the western gateway bears this date as well as the initials DG and DMO for David Graham and Dame Margaret Ogilvy. This typically Scottish castle was the seat of the Grahams of Fintry, a family that included the famous John Graham of Claverhouse, 1st Viscount Dundee, who led the Jacobite army at the battle of Killiecrankie.

Grace Mulligan

June 9, 2023

Hiking

Mains Castle is a medieval, 16th century castle located in the northern suburb of Caird Park in Dundee. The castle was once the residence of the Scrymgeour family, a Highland Scottish Clan, and is now open for the public, hosting many weddings and events.

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March 26, 2022

Cycling

Mains Castle - only a stone's throw away from Caird Park - is a nice spot to have a walk around.

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1. Dundee Law, Broughty Castle & the Firth of Tay loop on the Green Circular from Dundee

39.0km

02:28

200m

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2. Dundee Cycle Hub – Victoria Dock loop from Dundee

36.9km

02:22

370m

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3. Mains Castle – Lundie Loop loop from Fintry

19.7km

01:15

210m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 70 m

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Location: Kirkton, Dundee City, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Mains Castle

1. Dundee Law, Broughty Castle & the Firth of Tay loop on the Green Circular from Dundee

2. Dundee Cycle Hub – Victoria Dock loop from Dundee

3. Mains Castle – Lundie Loop loop from Fintry

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