Built
in the 14th century, Aberdour Castle sits near Aberdour
in Fife on the Firth of Forth and had been in Douglas ownership
from 1342 until it passed into state care in 1924. It comprises
of three distinct parts, the latter of which is still inhabited
and its grounds include a 16th century beehive, a well,
gardens and walled terraces. In 1725, the Douglas family
moved to Aberdour House. It has also been home to the Earl
of Moray.
Built
in the 14th century, Aberdour Castle sits near Aberdour
in Fife on the Firth of Forth and had been in Douglas ownership
from 1342 until it passed into state care in 1924. It comprises
of three distinct parts, the latter of which is still inhabited
and its grounds include a 16th century beehive, a well,
gardens and walled terraces. In 1725, the Douglas family
moved to Aberdour House. It has also been home to the Earl
of Moray.