Carbisdale Castle, Category B listed castle in Highland, Scotland
Description
Carbisdale Castle is a country house in the Highland area of Scotland, built in Scottish Baronial style on elevated ground near Adgay village. The building has 365 windows distributed across three floors and an attic.
History
Lady Mary Caroline Blair commissioned the estate between 1906 and 1917 after becoming the second wife of the third Duke of Sutherland. During World War II, it sheltered King Haakon VII of Norway and Prince Olav while they organized the training of Norwegian troops from here.
Culture
The library preserves books and memorabilia from the time when King Haakon VII lived here and coordinated the Norwegian army from this residence. The Lower Gallery houses a collection of Italian sculptures that can still be viewed today.
Practical
The estate now operates as a private club and offers members activities such as golf, fishing, and clay pigeon shooting. After extensive renovations, access is restricted to members and their guests.
Did you know?
The name derives from the Norwegian warship Karmsund, which was visible offshore when King Haakon arrived here in 1940. The building was deliberately furnished with fewer clock faces than expected as a symbol of incomplete justice toward Lady Blair.
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