Grampian, Scotland, near the River Dee, was built in 1628 and rebuilt after the fire of 1689; purchased by the Farquharson in 1732 and still owned by the family. Largely rebuilt and garrisoned with English troops in 18th century. Spiral stone staircase leading to the principle rooms.
Braemar Castle is open from Easter to October and has 12 furnished rooms on show. It’s a unique Scottish castle with a fascinating history, a bottle neck dungeon and ghosts galore. It is now run by the local community who are raising funds to restore the castle and provide an even better and more comfortable experience for visitors. (And there’s a lollipop for children who count all the castle teddies!)