Ballindalloch Castle, a little south of Elgin in Scotland, is the family home of the Machperson-Grants and has been since 1546 when the first tower was built. The castle has been extended over the years notably in 1770 and 1850. We went for a look last month on a damp day that turned to pleasant sunshine for a good while after lunch.
Quite a bit of the castle is open to the public but as it is still a family home photographs of the interior are unfortunately prohibited. Never the less it is worth a tour. However, the castle exterior is quite photogenic and there is a nice walled garden and rock garden providing pleasing vistas.
My LORD!!! What a beautiful structure and grounds. I bet the upkeep of the place is a nightmare. Too bad no photos of the interior are allowed. Naturally, my curiosity had me search the place and its owners. In so doing learned of a word that is hardly used now a days: "primogeniture". Thanks for the share.
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