The Royal Forest and Tower of Drum were given to the Irvine family by Robert the Bruce in 1323. Later a Jacobean mansion house was added, and in the Victorian era the lower hall was converted to a library, now containing a mighty 4,000 books.

The beautiful Garden of Historic Roses is divided into quadrants that show how roses have been cultivated from the 17th to the 20th century.

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Andrew

February 27, 2023

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National Trust Castle and looks rather impressive. The grounds and woodland trails are free to access, though there is a charge at the car park.

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2. Drum Castle – Drum Castle, Garden and Estate loop from Drumoak

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3. Drum Castle, Garden and Estate – Drum Castle loop from Drumoak

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Drum Castle, Garden and Estate

1. Drum Castle and Drumhill Wood loop

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