Scotland’s most fantastic castles in a motorhome hire - Part 3

As befitting its name, Royal Deeside has deep regal connections, including Balmoral Castle, the royal family’s Scottish residence. This area has more castles per square mile than almost any place in Scotland! From early medieval ruins to Victorian opulence, there is so much to tickle your castle fancy. You’ll want to spend a few days here, enjoying the well-appointed and lush accommodation of your motorhome and exploring the various castles, gardens, kirks and villages- and be sure to nip over to the Royal Lochnagar Distillery for a wee dram! For a bit of Highland culture, pop into any one of the delightful pubs for a chinwag with the locals and traditional music.

Motorhome Hire & Balmoral Castle

Balmoral Castle is definitely a highlight of a visit to Royal Deeside. Called “my dear paradise in the Highlands” by Queen Victoria, you will find your own paradise among the splendid grounds, gardens and exhibitions. (Note: some portions of the castle are closed from August to early October when the Royal family is in residence.)

Choose from several other beautiful castles and gardens in the area-visit one, two, or all of them if you care to! Our favourites? Drum Castle, Braemar Castle, Craigievar Castle, and Crathes Castle, Garden and Estate.

Luxury Motorhome Hire

When you travel in a luxury motorhome hire from Roseisle, you can do more and see more. After all, you only have a limited time for your holiday, why waste it packing, unpacking and trudging from hotel to hotel? You will be comfy and self-contained, and it’s easy to drive your motorhome from castle to castle, where there is plenty of easy parking.

Stay tuned for our final look at the most fabulous castles in Scotland!

Scotland’s most fantastic castles in a motorhome hire - Part 3

Scotland’s most fantastic castles in a motorhome hire - Part 2

We continue our look at the best castles in Scotland to visit in a motorhome hire. Why move from hotel to hotel every couple of nights when you can travel in luxurious self contained comfort in a motorhome and hit all the high points? Now, let’s travel to Perthshire, Fife and Angus in search of castles!

13^th century Blair Castle rises up against the backdrop of Highland Perthshire as if from a fairy-tale. Historic home of the Dukes and Earls of Atholl, this unique castle was the scene for many important set pieces in the history of Scotland. Discover its 30 elegant rooms featuring period furnishings and displays.

St Andrew’s Castle in a Motorhome Hire

Fife may be the home of golf but it’s also known for its picturesque castles. Enjoy the hospitality of a lovely touring park in your motorhome hire, and then spend a morning strolling through St Andrews’ cobblestone streets. They are teeming with students and stylish cafés, brew pubs and curious shops, and the scenic ruins of St Andrew’s Castle. Sitting on a rock promontory overlooking the North Sea, the castle, dating to the 12^th century, was an important religious centre in Scotland. There is an informative visitor centre featuring display of fine stone carvings. Explore the ruins of the huge medieval Norman cathedral- at one time the largest in Scotland and one of the most famous in all of Europe.

It’s a 40-minute drive in your motorhome hire from St Andrews to Falkland Palace, the country residence of the Stuart monarchs for two centuries. Located in the heart of charming Falkland conservation village, this Renaissance palace complex consists of both ruins and original and remodeled rooms full of 17^th century Flemish tapestries, antique furniture and delicately painted ceilings.  For you Outlander fans, scenes from the TV series were filmed here.

Motorhome hire and Glamis Castle

Named best attraction in the UK for 2015, legendary Glamis Castle in Angus was built in the 14^th century. Home of the Earls of Strathmore and Kinghorne, it was here that Shakespeare set Macbeth. The castle has a close association with the current royal family. The Queen Mother spent much of her childhood here and Princess Margaret was born here. You might just see one of the castle’s mythical ghosts- after all, it’s said to be one of the most haunted in Britain!

Next time we travel in our motorhome to Royal Deeside, where there are more castles per square mile than most any other place in Scotland.

Scotland’s most fantastic castles in a motorhome hire - Part 2

Scotland’s most fantastic castles in a motorhome hire- Part 1

When you think of Scotland, you probably think of castles. With over 3,000 castles, including some of the oldest and most famous (or infamous!) in the world, Scotland is bursting with romance, mystery and legend.

Each castle tells a tale woven of both myth and truth, from important clans to famous historical figures, such as King Robert Bruce and Mary Queen of Scots. Some are brooding ruins, others are remarkably restored, and some stand as museums celebrating Scotland’s long and storied past. The best way to explore the castles of Scotland is in a luxury motorhome hire, so you can make the most of your holiday and pack as much in as possible!

Fly into Edinburgh, where the friendly Roseisle team will pick you up and get you on the road in comfort and style in a motorhome hire. And to make it easy, we will share our favourite castles in this series. Are you ready to plan your trip of a lifetime?

Castles in a Motorhome Hire

Edinburgh Castle dominates the skyline of this magnificent city from its perch on Castle Rock, where a fortress has stood since at least the 12^th century. Plan for at least a morning to explore this large complex, including St Margaret’s Chapel, the oldest building in Edinburgh, the Royal Palace, the Great Hall, as well as the National War Museum, the crown jewels and the legendary Stone of Destiny.

One of Scotland’s grandest, Stirling Castle is one of its most popular attractions, looming 250 above the plain below on an extinct volcano. Plan at least two hours to see the sights and enjoy coffee or a bite in the café. Don’t miss the National Wallace monument nearby, celebrating Scotland’s favourite hero- it’s easy to get there and park your motorhome!

Motorhome Hire & Scone Palace

Scone Palace is one of Scotland’s most historically rich sites, where kings such as Macbeth, Robert the Bruce and Charles II were crowned. See the needlework bed-hangings that Mary Queen of Scots herself made, as well as a fine collection of exquisite furniture and objects d’art. Explore the tartan beech tree maze and visit the gift shop to pick up some souvenirs before heading to the lovely Victorian spa town of Pitlochry in your motorhome, where many scenic campsites cater to your every need.

Stay tuned for more of our favourite castles…

Scotland’s most fantastic castles in a motorhome hire- Part 1