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Only a mile or so northeast of Golspie stands the imposing Dunrobin Castle, seat of the influential counts and dukes of Sutherland, who could once claim to own the whole of Sutherland. At the end of the 19th century the third duke owned more land than any other landowner in western Europe. The castle itself - a sight that should not be missed - was begun in 1275 Robert, when the second Earl of Sutherland built a huge tower fortress. However, the major part of the structure designed by Sir Charles Barry dates from the mid-19th century and is in Neo-Baronial style.
The attractive corner towers with conical slate roofs lend a "fairy-tale" look to the castle which undoubtedly bears a strong resemblance to some of the famous Loire
The attractive corner towers with conical slate roofs lend a "fairy-tale" look to the castle which undoubtedly bears a strong resemblance to some of the famous Loire
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Hobbies & Activities category: Castle, chateau, palace; Decorative arts display; Furniture display; Garden or botanic display; Glass, porcelain, pottery exhibit; Architecture - Medieval
| April 1 to May 31 | ||||||||
| Open | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 | 12:00 | |
| Closed | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | |
| June 1 to September 30 | ||||||||
| Open | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 | 12:00 | |
| Closed | 17:30 | 17:30 | 17:30 | 17:30 | 17:30 | 17:30 | 17:30 | |
| October 1 to October 31 | ||||||||
| Open | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 | 12:00 | |
| Closed | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | |
| Always open, even if weekly hours indicate otherwise | ||||||||
| Easter - Christian | ||||||||
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