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Huntly Castle
"Last entry 4.30pm.With elaborate heraldry, carved fireplaces and refined decor, this palatial residence was a declaration of the power and wealth of the noble Gordon family. It stands on the site of a motte and bailey castle built in about 1190. There were many royal visits, although in 1594 James VI had part of the tower house blown up after suppressing a rebellion. The castle is currently closed for conservation works."
Address: Huntly Castle , Huntly AB54 4SH, ABD, GB
Phone: 01466 793191
State: ABD
City: Huntly
Zip Code: AB54 4SH

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We had a lovely time in the castle ruins. We arrived during the weekday midday and were able to enter without the pre booking. Very friendly receptionist
Well worth a visit, a lot more to it than you'd imagine for a ruin. Atmospheric, steeped in some excitingly bloody history and surrounded by stunning countryside. Even better once covid restrictions are lifted, though not too much currently off limits, just the top of the tower and the dungeon. Everything in between still to enjoy.
4/8/21 Very fascinating place to visit both to look at and to learn about. Bits were closed due to covid but all external areas and the main floor of the castle were open and the latter is has some impressive surviving fireplaces to marvel at. Most of the closed areas cld be views through barriers meaning that most of the castle was seen anyway. Only areas not seen were top of tower and basement. Information is very well done and makes you want to purchase the guidebook to learn more when you return home after your visit. I was able to do so. Will be making a return when the closed areas are open….
Lovely area, nice ruin, cool story, very friendly and helpful staff. Strongly recommend.Visited onWeekdayWait timeNo waitReservation recommendedNo
We visited here on a grey and a bit rainy day. Not many visitors on that day. Surprising, because this is a wonderful castle to visit. The earls of Fife built the original castle, the Peel of Strathbogie, around 1190, to guard the crossing-point where the rivers Bogie and Deveron meet. It became a stronghold in the 1300s. The stately palace, begun about 1450 by the newly ennobled Earl of Huntly, is one of Scotland’s most impressive late medieval buildings. A lot of the castle is still standing today. In the back of the castle there is a lot more to explore like the old kitchens. A lot of rooms to visit and lots of ruins to see. A very exciting place to explore and lots to learn about its history. A lot of information is provided everywhere. We did stay here a lot longer than expected. You also can climb up to a certain point. And don't miss out on the prison and its two mannequin-prisoners that look quite life-like from a distance. Staff in the visitors centre was friendly and helpful. Some good souvenirs can be found here as well. And our Bulldog was also welcome on the grounds. Parking was right next to the castle - for visitors only of course. Since we are members, the entrance was free. A fantastic visit. Surely not to be missed and worth a longer drive. Highly recommended!
Absolutely stunning. We had the best time. So beautiful, so much history and the staff couldn't have been nicer. I really enjoyed this castle even with some parts being locked off at the moment. The swallow are nesting and I enjoyed watching them flitting in and out.
When you approach Huntly Castle it looks pretty impressive but it's only a small sample of what is round the corner. We had an awesome visit and what made it even more wonderful is that we had the place completely to ourselves...so could really soak up the atmosphere. HES have the place kept beautifully with benches laid out around the area including pic nic tables. A decent sized car park and there is a play park located adjacent to the site. There are also toilets available and an on site Historic Scotland shop to buy some souvenirs or pick up an official guide book and may I add the staff one lady was very friendly and helpful on our visit.
Not a huge amount to see as it is a ruin but it is a nice castle in a nice setting. Good for a day out if you take in the ski centre, tubing and Riverside walks.
Another stunning Scottish castle with lovely grounds,well worth a visitVisited onWeekendWait timeNo waitReservation recommendedNo
Fantastic ruin. Very well placed informative plaques explain every portion of the grounds. Enjoyed reliving the historic lives people lead.
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