Ballindalloch
Castle is located in Moray,
Scotland. The first tower of the Z plan
design was built in 1546, which was a typical design for the late 16th
century noble houses in the Grampian region.
The tower house was plundered and burned by the first Marquis of
Montrose, but was restored in 1645.
Ballindalloch is known as the Pearl of the North. The property has been in the Russell
Macpherson-Grant family since 1457. The
Macpherson-Grants, founded the famous Aberdeen Angus cattle on this land. In 1770, two wings were added to the castle by
James Grant, who decided to enlarge his family home and allow his chef the use
of one of the new wings. Throughout the
property’s history, the castle underwent alterations, which were extensive
during the Victorian era, with further modernizations being done in 1965. The rivers Spey and Avon run through the
property. The home is still family owned
and is open to the public. Guests can
partake in light snacks and beverages in the tearoom.
