Tolquhon Castle

One of the Best Places To Visits in Udny Green Top-rated.online cuts through the clutter, highlighting only the reviews that are most helpful, earn the most likes, or come from the most active contributors. Built between 1584 and 1589 as an extension to an existing Tower House, Tolquhon is an excellent little and visitor friendly. Approached up a long single car width lane, it has a good sized car park. Access to the is via a small cottage to the left of the main gate. The Historic Scotland staff member was very welcoming and knowledgeable about the castle. The ruins themselves are impressive. With most walls being in good condition. Although no roofs remain, multiple staircases allow access to the upper levels of the four ranges surrounding the inner courtyard. If you intend to enter every room including the defensive North range, take a small torch, or ensure your phone light has ample charge. Arrow slits just don't let enough light in and the floors are uneven. But don't be put off exploring. This week the has its own magic. You will be greeted by friendly people as soon as you enter. The children will be given a bag of things to explore the castle, which they will be excited about. You have the opportunity to walk around and explore the on your own. By the way, the season here was quiet and peaceful. Lovely with a complete inner and outer court. Beautifully cared for by Historic Environment Scotland and a highlight of the Aberdeenshire trail. Tolquhon has rather special and notable Gunports on the gatehouse so it was ready to repel raiders! Fantastic visit. Great experience, the is sensitively enhanced with steps and supports, to allow access but seems otherwise untouched. Gardens are nicely maintained. Staff were brilliant and very informative/helpful. Highly recommend. Impressive. Lots of stairwells to climb if you like. Not sure I found them all. Some lead to great views and some do not lead to much - let it be a surprise. Watch out though as there are no handrails and some are narrow and may be slippery when wet. Amazing with some rooms still standing. Really helpful staff who are passionate about the and have lots of knowledge to share. Well worth a visit or two. Was very nice. Little unsafe for older people. No handrails on stairs. Was a great Historic Scotland own the site £8.50 for an adult. There are family discounts. Really interesting ruin and well preserved. You can also walk to Tarves (a local village) from the (2miles) Website change monitoring Monitor any webpage for changes – get instant email alerts when prices drop, new jobs are posted, products come back in stock, or competitors update their sites.