- In this post we will explore everything this beautiful building has to offer – take a look! “Braemar Castle” is written by Chris Doherty.
- Now the castle's future rests with the small community of Braemar. ... Shiver at tales of the infamous Black Colonel who burned Braemar Castle in 1689.
- History of Braemar Castle. The Castle was built as a hunting lodge and as a safe guard against local clans such as the Gordons, Forbes and Farquharsons.
- Braemar, Aberdeenshire Braemar Castle can be glimpsed from the main road through Deeside just short of Braemar village.
- The present Braemar Castle was constructed in 1628 by John Erskine, Earl of Mar, as a hunting lodge and to counter the rising power of the Farquharsons.
- Since 2007 Braemar Castle has been successfully run by the community, who raised funds for essential roof repairs to keep their Castle open.
- After the suppression of this revolt Braemar Castle was confiscated by the crown and given as a reward to the Clan Farquharson.
- Reveries of Scotland’s history make themselves at home throughout the eccentric hallways of Braemar Castle, a true merging of past and present.
- Braemar Castle has been successfully managed and maintained by Braemar Community Limited since 2007 and has become a thriving visitor attraction.
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