The castle was originally built by David Lyon, a wealthy conservative MP for use as a sporting lodge. It was left abandoned for many years after its previous owner had little interest in the property. It was recently bought and is undergoing renovation.

Keith

April 11, 2024

Mountain biking

Under going a make over

Mark Ngui

June 5, 2024

Mountain biking

What a magnificent building. I'd love to stay here if became a hotel... and i just found...
Dr. David John Johnston has been restoring it since 2021, and some rooms are available. balintorecastle.com

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1. From Blackwater Reservoir to Prosen Village and Turf hill loop

35.1km

03:14

820m

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2. Glenshee Road – Balintore Castle loop from Southmuir

37.6km

02:46

590m

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3. Glenshee Road – Balintore Castle loop from Prosen Village

31.6km

02:36

550m

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Elevation 320 m

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Location: Kirriemuir Landward West, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Balintore Castle

1. From Blackwater Reservoir to Prosen Village and Turf hill loop

2. Glenshee Road – Balintore Castle loop from Southmuir

3. Glenshee Road – Balintore Castle loop from Prosen Village

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