The small hamlet of Cabrach gives its name to an upland plateau on the border of Aberdeenshire, an area of deserted moorland and deer forests. The A94 crosses the plateau on its way between Rhynie and Dufftown.
At the western edge of The Cabrach the road passes through the dramatic Glacks of Balloch, a high pass of rugged beauty. The area surrounding The Cabrach is rich in historic houses.
Among these are Glenbuchat Castle, a late 16th-century tower house, 13th-century Kildrummy Castle, the traditional seat of the Earls of Mar, and Beldorney Castle, a 16th-century tower house built by the Ogilvey family.
Also within reach are Leith Hall, a 17th-century mansion, and Balvenie Castle, once visited by Mary, Queen of Scots.
About Cabrach
Address: Cabrach, Aberdeenshire, Scotland
Attraction Type: Countryside
Location: On the A941 between Dufftown and Rhynie
Location map
OS: NJ393260
Photo Credit: Stanley Howe, licensed for reuse under the Creative Commons Licence
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NEARBY HISTORIC ATTRACTIONS
Heritage Rated from 1- 5 (low to exceptional) on historic interest
Wormy Hillock Henge Monument - 5 miles (Prehistoric Site) 
Auchindoir, St Mary's Church - 5.5 miles (Historic Church)
Tap O' Noth Hill Fort - 6.2 miles (Prehistoric Site)
Glenbuchat Castle - 6.7 miles (Castle)
Rhynie Symbol Stones - 6.9 miles (Prehistoric Site)
Kildrummy Castle - 7 miles (Castle) 
Beldorney Castle - 7.4 miles (Castle)
Auchindoun Castle - 7.8 miles (Castle)
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