Craigievar Castle, Tower house and museum in Alford, Scotland
The seven-story pink-colored castle rises among the hills of Aberdeenshire, featuring turrets, gargoyles, and ornate corbels in Scottish Baronial architecture style.
William Forbes, a merchant known for Baltic trade, purchased and completed the construction of Craigievar Castle in 1626, establishing it as the Forbes family residence.
The Great Hall contains carved wooden screens, painted ceilings, and a collection of portraits by Scottish artist Sir Henry Raeburn from the 17th century.
The castle operates guided tours from Easter through September, with access limited to small groups due to space constraints in the narrow staircases.
The upper floors maintain their historical authenticity by using only natural sunlight, as artificial lighting remains deliberately absent from these spaces.
Location: Aberdeenshire
Location: Leochel-Cushnie
Inception: 1626
Operator: Natonal Trust for Scotland
Address: Craigievar, Alford AB33 8JF, UK AB33 8JF Craigievar
Phone: +441339883635
Website: https://nts.org.uk/visit/places/craigievar
GPS coordinates: 57.17415,-2.71812
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:35
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