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By Rachel M Posted on April 4, 2019April 5, 2019

Oban, Stalker Castle, and Glencoe

We visited the Oban Distillery in Oban today and did the tour. Kids are allowed on this tour which is great because Daniel and Elizabeth find it very interesting and … Continue reading Oban, Stalker Castle, and Glencoe

Categories: Scotland, TravelTags: castle, distillery, Glencoe, Oban, photos, Scotland, Stalker Castle, whisky
By Rachel M Posted on January 5, 2019

Dunnideer Castle

It seems like too long since we went for a proper walk. That is how I felt this morning when I woke up and so off we went in search … Continue reading Dunnideer Castle

Categories: JournalTags: castle, Dunnideer, hill walk, Insch, standing stones, walk
By Rachel M Posted on October 21, 2018October 21, 2018

Aberdeenshire in the Autumn

A photographer friend of ours visited for a few days this week and took off before dawn each morning to capture the sunrise. One morning he got this shot of … Continue reading Aberdeenshire in the Autumn

Categories: Journal, PhotosTags: Aberdeenshire, autumn, Big Ladder, castle, Drum, Dunnottar, photos, sunrise
By Rachel M Posted on July 23, 2018July 24, 2018

Balmoral Castle

I have had the best four days. I can’t even begin to describe how fantastic it has been. Friday was Dunnottar Castle, Saturday was a cycle ride to Newton Dee … Continue reading Balmoral Castle

Categories: JournalTags: Aberdeenshire, Balmoral, castle, photos, royalty, Scotland, travel
By Rachel M Posted on July 21, 2018July 21, 2018

A medieval castle

My sister is visiting us which gave me an excuse to go to Dunnottar Castle. I never tire of the dramatic coastline around the castle with its precipitous cliffs and … Continue reading A medieval castle

Categories: Journal, TravelTags: castle, Dunnottar, photos, Scotland, travel
By Rachel M Posted on April 4, 2018April 4, 2018

Lochcarron Weavers and Strome Castle

Yesterday was rainy and so we had a lazy day and pottered around Loch Carron. We spent an hour in the Lochcarron Weavers Shop. They have over 500 tartans and … Continue reading Lochcarron Weavers and Strome Castle

Categories: Journal, TravelTags: castle, Highlands, Loch Carron, Scotland, Strome Castle, tartan, weavers
By Rachel M Posted on April 1, 2018April 2, 2018

The Fairy Pools, Isle of Skye

We visited the The Fairy Pools on the Isle of Skye today, as well as a couple of other places. I’ll let my photos tell the story. Loch Carron: Balmacara, … Continue reading The Fairy Pools, Isle of Skye

Categories: Photos, TravelTags: castle, Eilean Donan, Fairy Pools, Isle of Skye, Loch Carron, photos, Scotland, travel
By Rachel M Posted on November 26, 2017

Snow, castles, and a squirrel mug

Snow or castle? That was the question we asked ourselves yesterday when deciding what to do today. Fortuitously, we got both at Castle Fraser. The snow we had this week … Continue reading Snow, castles, and a squirrel mug

Categories: JournalTags: Aberdeenshire, art, castle, Castle Fraser, fair, photos, Scotland, snow
By Rachel M Posted on August 20, 2017February 16, 2018

Kildrummy Castle

There are so many castles in Aberdeenshire and I’m still discovering ones we’ve never seen, like Kildrummy Castle, which is where we went today. It’s a ruin but in its … Continue reading Kildrummy Castle

Categories: Journal, TravelTags: Aberdeenshire, Aboyne, Alford, castle, castles, gardens, Kildrummy, ruin, Scotland
By Rachel M Posted on August 9, 2017

The ultimate doer-upper

I tried to convince Ben last week that we should buy this doer-upper: http://www.rightmove.co.uk/property-for-sale/property-63319526.html It was built by Lord Sinclair in 1565 and Ben’s mother’s maiden name is Sinclair. Maybe … Continue reading The ultimate doer-upper

Categories: JournalTags: castle, doer-upper, Knockhill Castle, renovating, ruin, Scotland
By Rachel M Posted on July 13, 2017July 13, 2017

Born to ride a Pashley

Penelope – that’s her name. My new Pashley is called Penelope. I think I emerged from the womb riding a Pashley because it feels so natural. When we’re cycling I’m … Continue reading Born to ride a Pashley

Categories: JournalTags: Aberdeenshire, bikes, castle, cycling, Fyvie Castle, Pashley, Penelope
By Rachel M Posted on July 9, 2017February 16, 2018

Downward dog on the dragon’s head

We went castling again today. I’ll see whether you can guess which castle we visited. It was drizzly but this didn’t spoil the fun. The carved dragon’s head is new. … Continue reading Downward dog on the dragon’s head

Categories: Journal, TravelTags: castle, photos, Scotland, travel
By Rachel M Posted on July 8, 2017February 16, 2018

Power dressing, old friends, Drum Castle, and new toilets

I have a new look. Just call me Bond, James Bond. I even have my own trusty Aston Martin, a.k.a. Busby. Daniel is very lucky to have a friend from … Continue reading Power dressing, old friends, Drum Castle, and new toilets

Categories: Journal, TravelTags: castle, Drum Castle, gardens, jacket, Scotland
By Rachel M Posted on March 5, 2017February 16, 2018

Gardens and woodland walks at Crathes Castle

Most weekends I find myself craving for some fresh country air and a walk through the woods or up a hill. Today we satisfied my craving with a trip to … Continue reading Gardens and woodland walks at Crathes Castle

Categories: Journal, TravelTags: castle, castles, Crathes Castle, gardens, trails, walks
By Rachel M Posted on October 9, 2016October 9, 2016

Exclusively Highlands Craft Fair at Drum Castle

We’ve been to Drum Castle more than any other castle now, mostly because it’s so close, but it’s terrific and one of the best in Aberdeenshire. It’s also open all … Continue reading Exclusively Highlands Craft Fair at Drum Castle

Categories: JournalTags: Aberdeenshire, castle, craft fair, Drum Castle, Exclusively Highlands, Highlands, photos, Scotland
By Rachel M Posted on September 10, 2016February 16, 2018

Castle Fraser

My aunt and uncle have left now – I thoroughly enjoyed having them here. We went to Castle Fraser on Thursday and I’m only just getting around to posting the pics. … Continue reading Castle Fraser

Categories: Journal, TravelTags: Aberdeenshire, castle, Castle Fraser, castles, garden, National Trust, photos, Scotland
By Rachel M Posted on August 28, 2016August 28, 2016

Go Ape at Crathes Castle

We took Susie to Crathes Castle today and I forgot how terrific it is. I love Crathes Castle! The castle is awesome, the gardens are probably the best castle gardens … Continue reading Go Ape at Crathes Castle

Categories: JournalTags: Aberdeenshire, adventure, castle, Crathes, gardens, Go Ape, Scotland
By Rachel M Posted on August 14, 2016August 14, 2016

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

We took the kids to open air theatre at Drum castle last night. We saw A Midsummer Night’s Dream by William Shakespeare and performed by Illyria. It was wonderful and Illyria are fantastic! … Continue reading A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Categories: JournalTags: castle, Drum Castle, Midsummer Night's Dream, play, Shakespeare, theatre
By Rachel M Posted on May 2, 2016

Balmoral Castle

We left Mar Lodge today but extended our holiday somewhat by visiting Balmoral Castle on the way home. Balmoral Castle is owned by the Royal Family. The estate and original … Continue reading Balmoral Castle

Categories: JournalTags: Balmoral, Balmoral Castle, Braemar, Cairngorms, castle, Scotland
By Rachel M Posted on March 7, 2016March 7, 2016

Castle playgrounds and central heating

Yesterday I booked a car and took the kids for lunch and a play at Drum Castle. Drum Castle is displaying some of the art from Aberdeen Art Gallery while renovations are … Continue reading Castle playgrounds and central heating

Categories: JournalTags: boiler, castle, climate, energy, playgrounds

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