Delgatie Castle facts for kids
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The castle in 2006
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Delgatie Castle is an old castle located near the town of Turriff in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. It is a famous Scottish landmark with a long and interesting history.
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Discovering Delgatie Castle
Delgatie Castle is a historic building that has stood for many centuries. It is known for its unique architecture and the stories it holds from the past. Today, the castle is a popular place for visitors to explore and learn about Scottish history.
A Look at the Castle's Design
The castle is made up of a main tower, called a keep, connected to another house and two newer sections. One special thing about Delgatie Castle is its very wide spiral staircase, known as a turnpike stair. You can also see beautiful painted ceilings from the 1500s in two of the rooms. These paintings show amazing details from the Scottish Renaissance period.
The castle also features the symbols of the Hay family, who owned the castle for a long time. You might spot three cattle yokes, which are a reminder of a story where a farmer and his two sons helped defeat a group of Danish raiders.
Delgatie Castle Through Time
A castle has been on this spot since as far back as the year 1030 AD. However, the oldest parts of the castle you see today were built much later, between 1570 and 1579. More parts, including a small church called a chapel, were added in 1743.
Important Moments in History
After the Battle of Bannockburn in 1314, the castle was taken from Henry de Beaumont and given to the Clan Hay. This family later became known as the Earls of Erroll.
A very famous guest at the castle was Mary, Queen of Scots. She stayed there in 1562, after the Battle of Corrichie. Imagine a queen walking through these very halls!
Visiting Delgatie Castle Today
Today, the Delgatie Castle Trust looks after the castle and its beautiful gardens. The castle, its grounds, and a café are open to the public during the summer months. This means you can visit and explore the castle for yourself!
You can even stay overnight at the castle, as some rooms and cottages on the estate are available to rent. There is also a popular spot for fishing on the river that flows nearby.
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Delgatie Castle in 2017
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Painted ceiling in Delgatie Castle
