Part of the UK Travel Guide on Britain Express, highlighting attractions, heritage, and tourism information
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List of Castles in Scotland, Edinburgh - ElchoA B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z 
Edinburgh Castle
Castlehill, Edinburgh, Lothian, Scotland, EH1 2NG This castle has been in the process of restoration for many years. The oldest part dates from the Norman period. Great Hall built by James IV, Royal Apartments with pine panelling and gilded and painted plasterwork, late 16th century Battery. The castle houses the Crown Jewels (Honours) of Scotland, the … MORE >> Attraction Type: Castle Location: in the centre of Edinburgh; walk required to the top of the hill, except in winter Location map Heritage Rating:  ?
Edzell Castle
Edzell, Tayside, Scotland Late medieval tower house incorporated into 16th century courtyard mansion, beautiful walled, formal garden and summerhouse. Unique carved decoration on garden walls. MORE >> Attraction Type: Castle Location: on minor road off B966 by Edzell, 6 m (10 km) N Brechin Location map Heritage Rating:  ?
Eilean Donan Castle
Dornie, Kyle of Lochalsh, Highlands, Highlands and Islands, Scotland, IV40 8DX Spectacularly sited castle on an island (connected by a causeway to the mainland) at the head of Loch Duich. Parking on mainland, short walk over causeway to the castle. The castle was involved in many raids and sieges, reduced to rubble and authentically reconstructed to its medieval state in the … MORE >> Attraction Type: Castle Location: on A87 9 m (14.5 km) E bridge to Isle of Skye Location map Heritage Rating: ?
Elcho Castle
Elcho, Perth and Kinross, Tayside, Scotland, PH2 8QQ A wonderfully well preserved 16th century fortified house on the south bank of the River Tay, just outside Perth. Unlike so many fortified houses of the period, Elcho remains complete and well-roofed. The interior features very attractive decorative plasterwork. MORE >> Attraction Type: Castle Location: At Elcho, just west of Perth, on the south bank of the Tay. Exit off the A912 towards Rhynd. Location map Heritage Rating: ?
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HISTORY CORNERName the Historic attractionBritish Heritage AwardsCelebrate the best of British Heritage in our annual British History QuizIn 1400 this Welsh landowner's private dispute with neighbour Reginald de Grey sparked a Welsh rebellion This Day in British History12 February, 1554 Lady Jane Grey executed Grey became famous as the 'Nine Days Queen', a pawn in the ambitions of the Earl of Northumberland Monarch Mayhem
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