Abbeys in Grampian Highlands, Scotland

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

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