Bognie Castle, Tower house in Aberdeenshire, Scotland.
Description
Bognie Castle is a four-story stone tower house ruin located on the Bognie Estate between Huntly and Banff in Aberdeenshire. The deteriorated walls and remaining structural elements reveal the layout of a fortified dwelling built during the mid-1600s.
History
The Morison family received baronial rights in 1635 and built this fortified residence during the 1660s as a symbol of their newly acquired status. They abandoned the location in 1676 when relocating to Frendraught Estate.
Culture
The structure represents the Scottish architectural tradition of tower houses, demonstrating the defensive priorities of noble families in Aberdeenshire during the 17th century.
Practical
Access requires careful driving on rural roads through Aberdeenshire to reach the remote estate. The site is protected, so visitors should contact local authorities beforehand to arrange entry and ensure safe access.
Did you know?
Historical records suggest the Morison family likely never lived in this castle despite building it as a noble residence. This makes it one of the strangest abandoned projects of 17th-century Scottish architecture.
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