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Braemar Castle is situated near the village of Braemar in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. It is a possession of the chief of Clan Farquharson and is leased to a local charitable foundation. It is open to the public.
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The Invercauld Arms Hotel
Glenshee Road, Braemar AB35 5YR, United Kingdom
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5 Invercauld Rd, Braemar, Cabins AB35 5YP, United Kingdom
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Braemar Castle

Braemar, Ballater AB35 5XR, United Kingdom
4.4(535)
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Braemar Castle is situated near the village of Braemar in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. It is a possession of the chief of Clan Farquharson and is leased to a local charitable foundation. It is open to the public.

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Braemar Castle, located in the heart of the Cairngorm Mountains, has a fascinating history and a remarkable reconstruction. The castle was originally built in the 17th century as the residence of the Farquharson family, who were powerful clan chiefs in the area. Over the centuries, the castle changed hands several times and was even used by the army during the 19th century. It was later abandoned and fell into disrepair, but after significant restoration efforts, it was reopened to the public.

Today, visitors can explore its beautifully restored rooms, learn about the historical events that took place here, and admire the stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The castle is also known for its role in Scottish clan history and its connection to the royal family, as it was once used as a hunting lodge by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert.

I was truly impressed by the way the castle was reconstructed and the variety of exhibits on display, reflecting both local history and the aristocratic life of the past. The volunteers who were there were very kind and provided interesting information about every corner of the castle. Additionally, visiting the castle is free, which makes it even more accessible to those wishing to learn more about this...

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We were actually on our way to visit the Linn of Dee when by chance, we saw this castle nestling in the trees. It was a gem and definitely worth visiting. We paid for parking before the short walk to the castle, passing the Fog House, a small timber building the owners used to show their visitors the countryside. Back to the castle, we paid for our visit and with a guide sheet, we had to follow the custom. Before every person or family start their tour, they have to ding the Braemar Castle "ships bell" just outside the main door. (The bell is from the SS Braemar Castle which was sold for scrap in 1924). With the bell rung, we began our tour. What was interesting was "how homely" the rooms felt, like visiting an elderly relatives home. Although the castle was small, good use of the round towers was made, as washing places. There were some interesting facts to note as we walked around. This Castle is community funded and volunteer run. They have a little shop offering a small selection of gifts. There is a small children play area with a chess set. This is a place that's...

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El castillo de Braemar se sitúa a las afueras del pueblo de Braemar, en el concejo de Aberdeenshire, en Escocia. El castillo es la fortaleza ancestral del clan Farquharson, la cual está abierta al público.

El castillo de Braemar perteneció a los condes de Mar desde finales de la Edad Media. La gran torre del complejo fue, probablemente, construida alrededor del año 1628 por John Erskine, décimo octavo conde de Mar, como una especie de pabellón de caza. Erskine buscaba la manera de plantar cara al creciente el poder de los Farquharsons, por lo que se decidió a levantar una torre que le diese más prestigio que al mencionado clan. Erskine construyó el castillo en el lugar de una antigua fortaleza que sucedió al castillo de Kindrochit, a escasos metros.

Durante las rebeliones jacobitas, el castillo de Braemar fue repetidamente una importante guarnición. Sin embargo, fue atacado y quemado por John Farquharson. En 1715, el castillo fue incendiado nuevamente, esta vez por las tropas reales. Posteriormente, los condes de Mar se hicieron cargo del castillo.

John Farquharson, después de haber destrozado una vez el castillo, compró la propiedad, que quedó en ruinas hasta el año 1748. Aquel mismo año el castillo de Braemar fue arrendado al gobierno, que utilizó la fortaleza como guarnición para las Tropas de Hannover. El precio del arrendamiento fue de 14 libras esterlinas al año (alrededor de 15 euros, unos 17 dólares estadounidenses). Con el tiempo, bajo el liderazgo de John Adam, comenzó la reconstrucción del castillo, el cual había quedado bastante dañado por todos los ataques sufridos.

En 1797 la guarnición se disolvió y el castillo volvió a quedar en manos de los Farquharsons. Para el año 1800, el castillo ya estaba reconstruido y era totalmente habitable. Se dice que estaba en tan buen estado que incluso la reina Victoria fue invitada al castillo cuando estaba de visita en la reunión de Braemar.

Desde el año 2006 el castillo es administrado por Braemar Community Ltd., una organización benéfico que puso enormes esfuerzos en su preservación. El castillo hoy en día tiene muy buen aspecto y puede ser visitado por el público desde 2008.

Historias de fantasmas en el castillo de Braemar:

El castillo de Braemar es uno de los castillos que se consideran habitados por fantasmas. Muchos testigos informan de la presencia de un espíritu femenino. Se trataría de una mujer que pasó su noche de bodas en el castillo. Cuando se despertó por la mañana, el marido se habría ido, por lo que ella asumió que la había dejado y se quitó la vida. Desde entonces aparece una y otra vez, especialmente cuando el castillo es visitado por recién casados.

Además, muchos visitantes afirman haber escuchado tintineos y gritos de un niño pequeño. Se trataría del espíritu de un niño que fue asesinado en el propio castillo.

Por otro lado, muy a menudo, se dice que el espíritu del antiguo dueño del castillo, John Farquharson, considerado como el coronel negro de Inverey, todavía merodea por la propiedad. Y si no se ve, hay quienes dicen poder oler el tabaco que...

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Cezarina NicodeiCezarina Nicodei
Braemar Castle, located in the heart of the Cairngorm Mountains, has a fascinating history and a remarkable reconstruction. The castle was originally built in the 17th century as the residence of the Farquharson family, who were powerful clan chiefs in the area. Over the centuries, the castle changed hands several times and was even used by the army during the 19th century. It was later abandoned and fell into disrepair, but after significant restoration efforts, it was reopened to the public. Today, visitors can explore its beautifully restored rooms, learn about the historical events that took place here, and admire the stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The castle is also known for its role in Scottish clan history and its connection to the royal family, as it was once used as a hunting lodge by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. I was truly impressed by the way the castle was reconstructed and the variety of exhibits on display, reflecting both local history and the aristocratic life of the past. The volunteers who were there were very kind and provided interesting information about every corner of the castle. Additionally, visiting the castle is free, which makes it even more accessible to those wishing to learn more about this historic place.
Anthony HurdidgeAnthony Hurdidge
We were actually on our way to visit the Linn of Dee when by chance, we saw this castle nestling in the trees. It was a gem and definitely worth visiting. We paid for parking before the short walk to the castle, passing the Fog House, a small timber building the owners used to show their visitors the countryside. Back to the castle, we paid for our visit and with a guide sheet, we had to follow the custom. Before every person or family start their tour, they have to ding the Braemar Castle "ships bell" just outside the main door. (The bell is from the SS Braemar Castle which was sold for scrap in 1924). With the bell rung, we began our tour. What was interesting was "how homely" the rooms felt, like visiting an elderly relatives home. Although the castle was small, good use of the round towers was made, as washing places. There were some interesting facts to note as we walked around. This Castle is community funded and volunteer run. They have a little shop offering a small selection of gifts. There is a small children play area with a chess set. This is a place that's worth visiting.
Bob MarshallBob Marshall
Beautifully restored castle and fantastic visitor experience. Excellent self-guided tour with the aid of the Bloomberg Connects mobile app, which has floor plans, audio and video guides to each of the Castle's sympathetically restored rooms. It's worth downloading the app and multimedia content before you visit. I recommend bringing your own personal headphones to listen to the audio on your mobile device as I wasn't sure if they provided equipment. I thought the admission price was quite reasonable considering the entry and parking fees go towards the vital upkeep of the castle, which is under community care. The staff guides are extremely helpful and knowledgeable.
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Braemar Castle, located in the heart of the Cairngorm Mountains, has a fascinating history and a remarkable reconstruction. The castle was originally built in the 17th century as the residence of the Farquharson family, who were powerful clan chiefs in the area. Over the centuries, the castle changed hands several times and was even used by the army during the 19th century. It was later abandoned and fell into disrepair, but after significant restoration efforts, it was reopened to the public. Today, visitors can explore its beautifully restored rooms, learn about the historical events that took place here, and admire the stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The castle is also known for its role in Scottish clan history and its connection to the royal family, as it was once used as a hunting lodge by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. I was truly impressed by the way the castle was reconstructed and the variety of exhibits on display, reflecting both local history and the aristocratic life of the past. The volunteers who were there were very kind and provided interesting information about every corner of the castle. Additionally, visiting the castle is free, which makes it even more accessible to those wishing to learn more about this historic place.
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We were actually on our way to visit the Linn of Dee when by chance, we saw this castle nestling in the trees. It was a gem and definitely worth visiting. We paid for parking before the short walk to the castle, passing the Fog House, a small timber building the owners used to show their visitors the countryside. Back to the castle, we paid for our visit and with a guide sheet, we had to follow the custom. Before every person or family start their tour, they have to ding the Braemar Castle "ships bell" just outside the main door. (The bell is from the SS Braemar Castle which was sold for scrap in 1924). With the bell rung, we began our tour. What was interesting was "how homely" the rooms felt, like visiting an elderly relatives home. Although the castle was small, good use of the round towers was made, as washing places. There were some interesting facts to note as we walked around. This Castle is community funded and volunteer run. They have a little shop offering a small selection of gifts. There is a small children play area with a chess set. This is a place that's worth visiting.
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Beautifully restored castle and fantastic visitor experience. Excellent self-guided tour with the aid of the Bloomberg Connects mobile app, which has floor plans, audio and video guides to each of the Castle's sympathetically restored rooms. It's worth downloading the app and multimedia content before you visit. I recommend bringing your own personal headphones to listen to the audio on your mobile device as I wasn't sure if they provided equipment. I thought the admission price was quite reasonable considering the entry and parking fees go towards the vital upkeep of the castle, which is under community care. The staff guides are extremely helpful and knowledgeable.
Bob Marshall

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