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- Scotland is a land steeped in history, and among its many treasures are some of the most haunted castles in the world. From Edinburgh Castle, with its tales of headless drummers and mysterious pipers, to Glamis Castle, home of the legendary Monster of Glamis, these castles are sure to send shivers down your spine.
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- Barcaldine Castle, Oban. Located in Oban, Barcaldine Castle is one of the few ancient castles remaining that is open to guests. Built in 1609 by Duncan Campbell, the castle is supposedly haunted by the ghost of his brother, Donald.
- Closeburn Castle, Dumfries. Dating back to as early as the 14th century, Closeburn Castle is one of the oldest inhabited tower houses in Scotland. It’s situated in seemingly perfect solitude among 20 acres of Scottish countryside, but beware of the wildlife you encounter…
- Fernie Castle, Fife. Fernie Castle is a charming 14th century tower house and is a popular location for weddings. However, it’s believed that the castle is haunted by the victim of a romance gone wrong centuries ago – the mysterious Green Lady.
- Blackness Castle, West Lothian. Known as the ship that never sailed, Blackness Castle sits on the waters of the Firth of Forth and is known as one of Scotland’s most formidable strongholds.
20 Haunted Castles in Scotland. There are said to be LOTS of haunted castles in Scotland, which isn't surprising when you realize that Scottish history, culture, traditions and folklore are peppered with tales of fairies, monsters, spirits and the supernatural.
- Culzean Castle, Maybole, Ayrshire
- Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh
- Duntulm Castle, Trotternish, Skye
- Crookston Castle, Glasgow
- Balgonie Castle, Glenrothes, Fife
- Glamis Castle, Glamis, Angus
- Castle of Mey, Thurso, Caithness
- Balmoral Castle, Ballater, Aberdeenshire
- Palace of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh
- Meggernie Castle, Glenlyon, Perth and Kinross
A ghostly piper heralds upcoming weddings within the Kennedy Clan who built the castle, whilst the ghostly screams of Allan Stewart, Commendator of Crossraguel Abbey, can be heard from the dungeon after he was tortured into handing over Crossraguel lands to the Culzean Laird. Read more about Culzean Castle
Like the city, Edinburgh Castle is crawling with ghosts, including a Piper, a headless drummer, a dog and prisoners from both the Seven Years War with France, and the American Revolution. Read more about Edinburgh Castle
Now a ruin, this ancient castle is haunted by the sorrowful, shrieking ghost of a nursemaid who accidentally dropped a baby from a window onto the rocks below, and was put to death by the vengeful MacDonald Clan.
Haunted by the angry wraith of Elspet, perhaps once the Lady of the castle; she was contacted by a paranormal group conducting an ‘unofficial’ ghost hunt.
A Green Lady, thought to be linked to the Lundie family who once owned the castle, walks Balgonie Castle, in the company of a dog and a 17th century soldier. Read more about Balgonie Castle
Dripping with ghosts and legends, including vampires, the ghost of Janet Douglas, Earl Beardie, a tongueless, screaming woman and the mysterious monster. Read more about Glamis Castle
Rumoured to be haunted by a Green Lady who is said to be the spirit of the daughter of the 5thEarl, who leapt from a window after being shut away by her father after she fell in love with a servant.
The spirit of Queen Victoria’s ghillie, John Brown still carries out his rounds in full Highland regalia and has been seem roaming the castle.
Rumoured to be haunted by Agnes Simpson, a witch and Mary, Queen of Scots’ second husband Lord Darnley; ironically, the blood stains left after the murder of Mary’s secretary, David Rizzio at the hands of Darnley, were said to reappear on the floor each time they were cleaned up.
Two halves of the same ghost haunted different parts of Meggernie; the spectre in question was the wife of a jealous Laird, who murdered her, slicing her in two and burying the body parts in different parts of the castle and grounds.
Jan 3, 2022 · Whether you are a sceptic or a believer, the stories behind the hauntings will surely send a shiver down your spine. Get your favourite bag of snacks, turn off the lights and let’s dive into the haunted stories surrounding the top nine haunted castles in Scotland. Contents hide.
Jan 14, 2024 · These haunted castles, with their blend of history, legend, and the supernatural, offer a glimpse into Scotland’s past, where the lines between the living and the dead are intriguingly blurred. Each castle’s story is a tapestry of intrigue, tragedy, and mystery, inviting visitors to explore not just the beauty of Scotland, but also its ...
Dec 13, 2023 · Famed for it's haunted houses, castles & ghost stories, Scotland has lots of spookey castles to visit or even stay in. Here are the scariest.
