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  • A general view of Cardoness Castle, showing its raised location and surrounding woodland.

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    Cardoness Castle

    Learn about the lawlessness of the McCullochs, for whom this elegant six-storey tower house was built.

  • A general view of Dallas Dhu Historic Distillery.

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    Dallas Dhu Historic Distillery

    Step back in time to see and hear how whisky was made in the 1900s – and then sample a dram for yourself.

  • View of the remains of Elgin Cathedral

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    Elgin Cathedral

    Discover some of the highlights that make the ‘Lantern of the North’ a shining example of Scottish medieval architecture.

  • A general view of Glenluce Abbey.

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    Glenluce Abbey

    Learn about 400 years of monastic life in the valley of the Water of Luce.

  • The remains of Kildrummy Castle.

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    Kildrummy Castle

    Visit ‘the noblest of northern castles’ – even ruined, the stronghold of the mighty earls of Mar is a fine example of a 13th-century castle.

  • A general exterior view of MacLellan’s Castle.

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    MacLellan’s Castle

    See in the remains of Sir Thomas MacLellan’s tower house how castle building had evolved by the late 1500s to favour comfort over cannons.

  • A general exterior view of New Abbey Corn Mill.

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    New Abbey Corn Mill

    See this water-powered mill spring to life in the summer months when it’s put to work to show how oatmeal is made.

  • A photograph of a large house with a square tower, flying a Saltire flag.

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    Newark Castle

    Contrast the beauty of this rediscovered treasure with the notoriety of its most famous noble resident.

  • A general view of the circular curtain wall and moat at Rothesay Castle.

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    Rothesay Castle

    Survey a fortress famous for its long and close association with the Stewart kings of Scotland.

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