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An iconic Scottish castle, packed with history, armour and art
Discover the beautiful pink castle said to be the inspiration for Walt Disney’s Cinderella Castle.
Explore the castle grounds and walk our woodland trail, keeping an eye out for incredible wildlife that roam Craigievar; see if you can spot our fantastic five!
Admire one of Scotland’s first house martin towers.
Nestled on a picturesque hillside, the elegant pink tower of Craigievar Castle is spellbindingly beautiful, sure to enchant children and adults alike.
Began in the Scottish Baronial style around 1576, this iconic tower house is among the best preserved and the most loved in Scotland; its exterior remains virtually unchanged since William Forbes completed it c1626. Craigievar was a family home until the 1960s, creating a quirky blend of cosy interiors and rare antiquities within the ancient walls.
Our recent Pink Again project has resulted in a revival of the ‘Craigievar Pink’ on the harling as well as enhanced conditions to protect the castle fabric and its exquisite interiors.
In keeping with the former owner’s wishes, there is no artificial lighting beyond the ground floor of the castle, meaning its collection is seen in the shifting light of the sun as originally intended.
Stay for longer
Enjoy a rural break in one of our holiday cottages in the grounds of the castle.
One of Scotland’s first house martin towers has been constructed at Craigievar Castle! Ranger Roddy explains why a new home is so important for these birds.
