Castle Fraser
Castle Fraser
Originally known as Muchall-in-Mar, Castle Fraser is one of the grandest 'Castles of Mar', built by the Earl of Mar, along with Fyvie Castle. Located near Inverurie, Castle Fraser was completed in 1636, and is a five storey Z plan castle, sited on an earlier square tower structure. Reminiscent of a French Château, Castle Fraser is considered the most elaborate Z-plan castle in Scotland.
Castle Fraser contains a wealth of historic furnishings, paintings and fine embroidery. Now owned by the National Trust for Scotland, Castle Fraser and its extensive woodlands, walled garden and landscaped grounds are open to the public during the summer months.
Photograph by Michael Stephens
