A 500-year-old clifftop castle on a 28,500-acre estate that ...
WEBSep 6, 2023 · A 500-year-old clifftop castle on a 28,500-acre estate that ‘encapsulates the Scottish dream’. Penny Churchill September 6, 2023. Credit: Savills. Top story. Dunbeath Castle and its breathtaking estate have come to the market, a truly rare chance to buy one of Scotland's greatest privately-owned properties.
9 unmissable castles along Scotland’s North Coast 500
WEBFeb 17, 2021 · The enchanting Dunrobin Castle is 85km north of Inverness, past the gorgeous cathedral town of Dornoch. This is one of the oldest castles in Britain and the largest of Scotland’s great houses in the northern Highlands, with 189 rooms. The original history of this great house dates back to the 1300s.
Knap of Howar - Wikipedia
WEBThe front of the structures. The Knap of Howar (/ ˌ n æ p ˌ ɒ v ˈ h aʊ ə r /) on the island of Papa Westray in Orkney, Scotland is a Neolithic farmstead which may be the oldest preserved stone house in northern Europe. [1] Radiocarbon dating shows that it was occupied from 3700 BC to 2800 BC, earlier than the similar houses in the settlement at Skara Brae on the Orkney Mainland.
North Coast 500 Scottish Castles You Can Stay At! - Two Scots …
WEBThis guide follows the castle hotel trail from the northeast down the coast to Inverness. 1. Dornoch Castle Hotel. Dornoch Castle Hotel is a 500-year-old converted Scottish castle which has retained many of its period features.
Restoring Caldwell Tower: A 500-Year-Old Scottish Landmark
WEBMay 21, 2024 · Perched high on a hilltop near Glasgow, Caldwell Tower stands as a silent witness to 500 years of Scottish history. Once a formidable part of a larger courtyard castle, this 16th-century structure has seen its fair share of trials and tribulations.
Things to do and see on the North Coast 500 - National Trust for Scotland
WEBSitting just south of Brora on the north-eastern coast, it’s the most northerly of Scotland’s great country houses, with a 700-year-old history as the home of the Earls and Dukes of Sutherland, a whopping 189 different rooms, views over the Moray Firth, and acres of immaculate landscaped gardens.
The Essential Guide to the North Coast 500 Scotland
WEBFeb 8, 2024 · The North Coast 500 (NC500) is a scenic route that runs along the northern coast of Scotland, covering a distance of approximately 516 miles (830 km). It was created as an official loop around the north coast of Scotland, …
20 must-see places on the North Coast 500 itinerary - Adventures Scotland
WEBMar 3, 2024 · Discover our top 20 must-see spots along Scotland's iconic North Coast 500. This guide unveils the hidden gems and breathtaking scenery of the Highlands. Explore ancient ruins, serene lochs, and picturesque villages on this unforgettable journey.
30 Things To Know Before You Drive Scotland’s NC500
WEBSep 21, 2020 · Known as Scotland’s answer to Route 66, the incredibly scenic North Coast 500 has quickly become one of the UK’s best-loved road trips. And with good reason… it’s amazing! When to Travel the North Coast 500
The North Coast 500 - Scotland's most famous road trip - Scotland …
WEBThe North Coast 500 (Or NC500 for short) is a stunning 500-mile coastal road trip in Scotland that takes you around the Highlands and Isles. Starting in Inverness, the route features dramatic cliff-top drives along the North Coast, idyllic white-sand beaches of the Hebrides, historic fishing villages, castles and remote inland glens.