Discover Aberdeenshire's Castle Country

Castles in South West Aberdeenshire

Craigievar Castle South West AberdeenshireFor those enjoying a break in the South West of Aberdeenshire close to Aberdeen, Banchory or Stonehaven, there are 4 castles to visit nearby.


South West Aberdeenshire is home to two of the most fairytale-style castles in Aberdeenshire; Crathes and Craigievar Castle.  Both of these castles are beautifully preserved.  What do you prefer castles that have remained untouched or ruins where your imagination can really run wild?