Scotland boasts over 1,000 castles, more than anywhere else in the UK. These structures, spanning centuries, symbolize ...

The castle was originally built in the 13th century by Alexander II of Scotland to guard the area against possible Viking invasions. The castle stood in grandeur for hundreds of years until the ...

What are the best Minecraft castle builds? Minecraft’s sprawling, procedurally generated landscapes lend themselves perfectly to the majesty of a castle build, be it in the snow, lush green ...

With his immense wealth, Meyer built a Scottish castle atop a 10-acre sand dune in Dyer that was the highest point in Lake County. He hired the architect Cosbey Bemard Sr. to recreate the Jacobethan ...

Hoisted high atop Edinburgh, as if monitoring the city below, Edinburgh Castle is not only one of Scotland's most recognized landmarks, but one of the country's most-visited attractions.

Stirling is one of Scotland’s greatest stone castles – an icon integral to how we understand the nation’s story. The castle peaked in importance in the 1500s, but its volcanic crag has been fortified ...

The castle finally fell back into Scottish hands in 1342. Stirling was the preferred residence of most of Scotland’s later medieval monarchs, and most added something to its impressive architecture.

Last entry to the castle is 30 minutes before closing. From 1 January, due to important conservation and maintenance work, access to the castle may be limited. Last ticket sold to the castle at 3.20pm ...

Entry and parking is free for National Trust members with a valid membership card, during normal opening hours. Please scan your membership card at our pay and display machines for a free parking ...

In the mid 1260s England was divided by civil war. Henry III, who had been on the throne since 1216, was at loggerheads with some of his leading nobles, who wanted to reform how the king governed.