Cairnbulg Castle, Medieval castle in Rathen, Aberdeenshire, Scotland.
The stone structure consists of a central tower house with an attached wing featuring a round tower at its southeastern corner.
The castle, originally named Philorth, belonged to the Comyn family until 1306 when Robert the Bruce granted it to John Ross.
The interior holds a collection of family portraits depicting every laird since 1570, documenting the Fraser family lineage through generations.
Visitors can schedule appointments to tour the castle premises, which remains a private residence under the ownership of the Fraser family.
The castle stands on a raised platform with traces of a water-filled moat that remained active until the twentieth century.
Location: Aberdeenshire
Location: Rathen
Part of: The Nine Castles of Knuckle
GPS coordinates: 57.66804,-1.97149
Latest update: May 16, 2025 15:32
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