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Castle Grant in Grantown-on-Spey, Highlands & Skye, Scotland

Castle Grant in Scotland
Castle Grant
Grantown-on-Spey
Highlands & Skye
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Castle Grant: The seat of the Clan Grant, stands alone in wooded policies a 1.5 miles to the north of Grantown-on-Spey, the new town founded by Sir James Grant in 1765. Until 1694 it was known as Balachastell, "the town of the castle" or Freuchie. In the 1750s a massive classical extension designed by John Adam was added to the north aspect. The result reminded Queen Victoria on her visit in 1860 of a factory. From the south side, the origins of the castle are still evident with the four-story 15th century Comyn Tower. The impressive Grant collection of weapons, which were once housed in the castle, are now on view at Fort George. A Category A listed building, Castle Grant is now under refurbishment.
 

Castle Grant in Grantown-on-Spey, Highlands & Skye, Scotland