Braemar Castle

Work on the crenellated Braemar Castle began in 1628 but by the end of the 17th century the building was burnt down by the Jacobite Farquharsons. After the defeat at Culloden, the L-shaped fortress fell into English hands and was used as a base for the Hanoverian troops. A star-shaped curtain wall was added for extra protection. Although the castle is still in use as the residence of the Farquharsons of Invercauld, visitors can view, among other things, the barrel vaulting in the lower stories, the underground dungeon and the great iron gate.