Corgarff Castle

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Corgarff Castle
Corgarff Castle

Corgarff Castle is an derelict castle at the head of Strathdon in the Grampian region of Scotland.

It was built in the early to mid 16th century, probably by John Forbes. It has been fired many times in its long history - in 1571 by Adam Gordon of Auchindoun, in 1689 by vengeful Jacobites, in 1716 by vengeful Hanoverians, and once more in 1746. It was transformed into a government outpost in 1748, purportedly to check the smuggling of illicit distilled whisky. The current star-shaped outer fortifications added at this time.

Since 1961, the castle has been cared for by Historic Scotland. It is open to the public at weekends during the summer months.

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