As we drove NW towards Braemar the scenery was stunning, reminiscent of Glencoe in a way. We stopped for a bite to eat beside a fast running stream with a pair of Golden Eagles flying overhead and landing on the hill nearby.
Some Scottish Heritage sites were free that day and Braemar Castle was one of them so we stopped for a visit. We were not expecting much but in fact it was really interesting.
Owned by the community and leased for 50 years, they have been doing it up for the last few years. A rich benefactor also bought them all the interior furnishings, which meant it was stuck in a time warp and brought it to life.
The previous Laird died a couple of years ago and his nephew, Philip took over. However, we found out that he is in fact a Librarian and lives in Milton Keynes!
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This is a very ornate wheelbarrow and
spade used by Queen Victoria |
