Castle Fraser, Z-plan castle in Kemnay, Scotland.
The five-story stone structure rises from an open woodland estate of 121 hectares, featuring two round towers at opposite corners of the main building.
Michael Fraser initiated construction in 1575 upon a previous square tower from 1400, with master mason John Bell completing the fortress in 1636.
The interior maintains original Fraser family portraits, period furniture collections, and historical artifacts that represent different periods of Scottish noble life.
The castle opens its doors from April to October, while the surrounding gardens and woodland paths remain accessible throughout the entire year.
The stone staircase inside the castle was covered with wooden panels during the 19th century when it became a service passage for staff.
Location: Aberdeenshire
Location: Cluny
Inception: 1455
Operator: National Trust for Scotland
Address: Sauchen, Inverurie AB51 7LD, UK
Opening Hours: Monday-Tuesday 10:30-15:00; Friday-Sunday 10:30-15:00
Phone: +441330833463
Website: https://nts.org.uk/visit/places/castle-fraser
GPS coordinates: 57.20300,-2.46056
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:31
Aberdeen and its region feature a series of sites that testify to several centuries of Scottish history. The city contains religious buildings such as the 14th-century St. Machar Cathedral, cultural institutions like the neoclassical Music Hall from 1822, and the Maritime Museum, as well as green spaces including Duthie Park with its botanical greenhouses. The port, active since the 12th century, remains an important center for maritime industry. A 3.5-kilometer sandy beach borders the North Sea, while the Footdee district retains its 19th-century fishing houses.
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