Beldorney Castle, 16th century castle in Glass, Scotland
Description
Beldorney Castle is a 16th century castle built to a Z-plan design and positioned beside the River Deveron. The structure features a rectangular main tower with two diagonal corner towers placed at opposite angles.
History
George Gordon acquired the land from the Earl of Huntly in 1545 and completed the castle before his death in 1575. The structure was built during a period when Scottish landowners were updating their seats with more modern defensive designs.
Culture
A wall painting of a woman playing the lute was found during restoration work, suggesting the castle held connections to Scottish musical traditions. Such artistic details reveal how the residence served purposes beyond defense, touching the cultural life of the region.
Practical
The castle is a private residence and the grounds are only accessible through pre-arranged group tours at designated times. Plan ahead and contact the property beforehand, as visits by chance are not possible.
Did you know?
A secret chamber hidden within the structure is connected to a later Laird who sought refuge there after his involvement in political unrest. This concealed room speaks to the dangers and loyalty conflicts that affected Scotland in the 18th century.
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