| There are many castles, gardens and places of historic interest
within comfortable travelling distance of Nairn. We
would be delighted to assist in planning your tour so
as to make the most of your day.
Cawdor Castle – www.cawdorcastle.com
the
most romantic castle in the Highlands is 15 minutes
south of Nairn and the home of the Thanes of Cawdor.
Famous for its links to Macbeth and collection of
fine paintings, tapestries and furniture. You can
also enjoy the wonderful gardens and nature trails.
Brodie Castle - www.nts.org.uk/brodie.html
The
ancient seat of the Brodies has a collection of fine
furniture, porcelain, and paintings. Extensive gardens
and grounds which are famous for their collection
of over 400 different varieties of daffodil. 10 minutes
drive from Nairn
Ballindalloch Castle – www.ballindallochcastle.co.uk
Home
of the Macpherson-Grant family since 1546. Beautiful
gardens and grounds. The Ballindalloch herd of Aberdeen
Angus cattle is the oldest herd in the world. 40 minutes
drive from Nairn
Dunrobin Castle – http://highlandescape.com/dunrobin/
Located
on the coast Dunrobin is the ancient seat of the Duke
of Sutherland with beautiful gardens and grounds.
An hour and a quarters drive from Nairn.
Urquhart Castle – www.historic-scotland.net
On
the shores of Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle is the ruins
of one of Scotland’s largest Castles. The bay
beside the castle is reputed to be the home of Nessie.
40 minutes drive from Nairn.
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