It’s the time of 12 months when bushes begin to remodel, their leaves finally leaving a blanket of autumnal colors on our paths, pavements, and roads. Picturesque views may be seen throughout Scotland. Be part of us as we lead you thru the leaves and to the gates of 5 of our scenic castles. Get able to admire the great thing about autumn!
Stirling Citadel
This may occasionally appear to be an apparent place for us to start out, nevertheless September is a big time of 12 months for the citadel. It was on 13 September 1842 that Queen Victoria visited Stirling Citadel, recording her go to in her diary the identical day:
“We have been proven the room by which James IInd killed Douglas & the window out of which he was thrown; the ceiling of the room could be very curious.”
Her identify is even engraved on the Douglas Backyard Partitions:
Queen Victoria’s identify engraved into the stone of the Douglas Backyard Partitions at Stirling Citadel. Beneath is a carved memorial of her son’s go to in 1859. (Picture © Julia Haase)
We all know we’re dishonest slightly with 13 September coming simply earlier than the official begin date of autumn in Scotland, nevertheless Stirling Citadel is a website to not be missed- at any time of 12 months! Take within the golden glow of autumn within the Queen Anne Gardens and prepare to take pleasure in our new occasion Tales From the Citadel on Friday 25 and Saturday 26 November.
View throughout to Stirling Citadel.
Doune Citadel
While you’re within the space, enterprise slightly down the street to Doune Citadel. Whether or not you’re in search of the seat of Robert Stewart, or Citadel Leoch, or Winterfell, this star of each the large and small display screen has one thing for everybody.
No expense was spared on Doune – even in its ruined state, the citadel evokes awe in guests.
The citadel grounds embrace a woodland stroll, a surprising stroll to absorb the autumnal colors. There’s additionally the positioning of a Roman fort and a brand new pedestrian bridge. A go to to the citadel additionally shouldn’t be full and not using a journey into the village of Doune!
Huntly Citadel
Autumn is synonymous with pumpkin spice and cosy jumpers, however we will’t neglect the spooky tales and Halloween hauntings that come about too. After the loss of life of George Gordon, the fifth Earl of Huntly, some unusual occasions befell at Huntly Citadel.
You’ll be able to learn extra in regards to the reality behind this ghostly story in our earlier weblog however for now, don’t miss out on reserving your go to to the positioning of all these unusual goings on.
View of Huntly Citadel with surrounding autumnal panorama (picture © Julia Haase)
Blackness Citadel
Constructed within the fifteenth century on the southern shore of the Firth of Forth, you’re assured a contemporary autumnal breeze to blow away the cobwebs. Benefit from the spectacular views and discover a website steeped in historical past.
View throughout the Firth of Forth to Blackness Citadel.
From a royal citadel to a garrison fortress, state jail, after which later an ammunition depot, Blackness Citadel has fulfilled many roles. Now the foreshore and mudflats to the east of the citadel are even a protected wildlife website. As an essential feeding space for overwintering birds, in autumn you could possibly spot some species getting ready.
Dunstaffnage Citadel
Final however in no way least, certainly one of Scotland’s oldest stone castles. With lovely broadleaved woodland environment and a view over the Firth of Lorn, it’s essential to tick this fairy-tale citadel off your autumn go to checklist.
If you happen to’re visiting with your loved ones, we now have even received the proper interactive tour for you. On Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 November you possibly can be part of us for A Fairytale Information to the Previous timed excursions. These are perfect for households with youngsters aged 3 to 7.
Share your autumn adventures!
Impressed to absorb the great thing about the season, or immerse your self in some haunting historical past as Halloween attracts in? We’d like to see photographs of your days out at our websites! Tag us on Historic Scotland Twitter, Fb, and Instagram. Embrace #HistoricScotland on Instagram and your may even see your autumnal snap shared on our web site.
Please bear in mind we advocate reserving your visits prematurely to ensure entry.
