Dufftown Places of Interest

Picturesque ruins of a 13^th century moated castle. The Comyns originally owned the castle with additional building being undertaken during the 15^th and 16^th centuries... more

This castle was built in the 15^th century for the Forbes Family with the original tower being extended in the mid 16^th century with a large 'mansion' and courtyard. There are ma... more

The Northern Lighthouse Board was created by Act of Parliament in 1786. Kinnaird Head was the very first lighthouse to be built by the NLB (Northern Lighthouse Board) in 1787 and the only lighthouse ... more

This monastery was founded in 1230 but was originally a Valliscaulian house. It was burned in 1390 by the 'Wolfe of Badenoch' at around the same time as the Cathedral in Elgin. In 1454 it became a p... more

These beautiful remains of a Cistercian monastery founded in 1218 are definitely worth a visit. They are situated about 1.5 miles from Mintlaw and are best appreciated in the light of the setting sun... more