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Boddam Castle — Attraction in Scotland

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Boddam Castle
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Boddam Castle is a ruined castle in Boddam, Aberdeenshire, Scotland. It was thought to have been built in the early 16th century as a seat for the Keiths of Ludquharn. It is a scheduled monument and was a Category B listed structure, though this was removed in 2015.
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Buchan Ness Lighthouse
Peterhead AB42 3NF, United Kingdom
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Buchan Braes Hotel
Buchan Braes, Boddam, Peterhead AB42 3AR, United Kingdom
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Boddam Castle

Boddam, Peterhead AB42 3BA, United Kingdom
4.3(22)
Open until 12:00 AM
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Boddam Castle is a ruined castle in Boddam, Aberdeenshire, Scotland. It was thought to have been built in the early 16th century as a seat for the Keiths of Ludquharn. It is a scheduled monument and was a Category B listed structure, though this was removed in 2015.

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The Castle was constructed during the 1400-1500’s, becoming the seat for the Keiths of Ludquharn, who were holders of the Baronetage of Nova Scotia, responsible for colonies and plantations in Canada. Later, Sir William Keith became governor of the Colonies of Pennsylvania and Delaware. Today the castle remains are Category B listed as well as being a...

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5.0
1y

Boddam Castle is now only foundations and a wall but I felt a sweet connection with this rather lonely ruin. It could use a bit of love, with more people visiting and...

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4y

Interesting place on the outskirts of Boddam. Some supporting walls and an arch way still standing. Worth a visit if your there or...

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The Castle was constructed during the 1400-1500’s, becoming the seat for the Keiths of Ludquharn, who were holders of the Baronetage of Nova Scotia, responsible for colonies and plantations in Canada. Later, Sir William Keith became governor of the Colonies of Pennsylvania and Delaware. Today the castle remains are Category B listed as well as being a Scheduled Monument.
angus scottangus scott
Just had a lovely walkabout with great views of the lighthouse
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The Castle was constructed during the 1400-1500’s, becoming the seat for the Keiths of Ludquharn, who were holders of the Baronetage of Nova Scotia, responsible for colonies and plantations in Canada. Later, Sir William Keith became governor of the Colonies of Pennsylvania and Delaware. Today the castle remains are Category B listed as well as being a Scheduled Monument.
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