Occupying a prominent position above the town of Kingussie, Ruthven Barracks is a spectacular sight. The ruins are wonderfully well preserved and entrance is free. On a good day, a …

Caro "Bandit"

May 29, 2023

Hiking

Very impressive ruins situated on a hill that is visible from far. It is open all day and entry is free. There might be some highland cows around that make for a pretty cheesy picture.

Amy

February 21, 2022

Cycling

Ruthven Barracks is an incredibly well-preserved ruin that tells of turbulent times. Built after the Jacobite rising of 1715, the barracks were later destroyed by the Jacobites after the Battle of Culloden in 1746. Today they are a scheduled monument managed by Historic Environment Scotland and free to visit any time.

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Ruthven Barracks – Kingussie Town Centre loop from Kingussie

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Ruthven Barracks – Insh Marshes Nature Reserve loop from Kingussie

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Elevation 230 m

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Location: Kingussie, Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom

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