Buchanan Castle

Drymen, United Kingdom

Buchanan Castle is a ruined country house in Stirlingshire. The house was commissioned by James Graham, 4th Duke of Montrose and built in 1852-1858 as a home for the Montrose family, serving as such until 1925. It was built as a replacement for Buchanan Auld House, which is located 0.8 km to the northwest but was destroyed in a fire in 1852. The old house and surrounding lands had been the property of the Clan Buchanan but passed to the Clan Graham in the late 17th century. The roof of the building was removed in 1954 and the condition of the house has since deteriorated, but it remains the seat of the Clan Graham.

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Founded: 1852
Category: Castles and fortifications in United Kingdom

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Jeroen B (12 months ago)
A fascinating castle ruin worth a visit when you’re in the neighbourhood. The forest is rapidly reclaiming its territory and the plants and trees growing on and between the castle walls give it an eerie feel. A visit at dusk on Halloween’s eve seemed appropriate
Lucie Švamberová (13 months ago)
We went in August 2022 and it was an incredible experience. A little complicated to find and there was only one spot in the fence through which it was accessible, but once we got there, it was one of the best abandoned places I've visited so far.
Akio T (14 months ago)
Loved this ruined castle. It was so eerie and great to explore. Obviously you're not supposed to go in, but there's a hole in the fence going in has definitely got me on full alert as I didn't know what to expect.
Jack Dalgleish (15 months ago)
Great spot to explore. Small hole in the fence to get in (watch out for barbed wire). Breathtaking when the light is good. Seeing nature takeover was gorgeous, just watch where you step! Not much parking right by the unofficial dirt path entrance.
Robyn (16 months ago)
Amazing place, so beautiful and breathtaking. It's made nature it's home. You can see parts from the fence but going in is even better. Definitely worth a visit.
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