Dunrobin Castle

📌 Golspie, Highland
★★★★★

Dunrobin: Scotland’s most amazing castle? It’s certainly in the running. This 189-room “Jewel in the Crown of the Highlands” is the seat of the Dukes of Sutherland, set amongst acres of forest and backing onto a beautiful stretch of coastline. The Dukes’ role in the Highland Clearances in the early 19th century still arouses strong feelings in the area, but the castle’s undeniably an awe-inspiring sight inside and out, especially from its equally outstanding gardens on the seaward-facing side. Falconry displays are included in the ticket price and are also excellent. If you’re heading up this way on the A9, don’t miss it – or make a visit via the Brora to Golspie coast path.