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Duffus Castle Gallery
4.5
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#2 of 23 things to do in Elgin
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This castle was built in 1140 AD and is the best-preserved example of a 12th-century moat-and-bailey style structure.
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13 within 5 kms
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4 km€ • Fast food • British
Darroch Restaurant
22
4.3 km€€ - €€€ • British • Scottish
Good Year
8
4.4 km€ • Chinese
The Chippy
32
4.7 km€€ - €€€ • Fast food • British
Millers Cafe at Decora
102
4.7 km€€ - €€€ • Quick Bites • Cafe • British
Hopeman Sands Coffee Shop
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4.8 km€ • British
The Haugh Restaurant
179
4.8 km€€ - €€€ • British • Scottish • Vegetarian Friendly
China Munchy Box
9
4.5 km€ • Chinese
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glennharrold
Scotland, UK3,001 contributions
Free, interesting and scenic
Aug 2021 • Family
Interesting ruin, originally building on site from 1140 AD and the ditch/moat still there - really interesting and even better it’s free!!
Written 7 August 2021
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DJM1945
Montrose, UK1,780 contributions
A derelict but superb Motte and Bailey castle
May 2021
This castle was much bigger than I expected and many of the walls are still in great conditions. It is one of the best Motte and Bailey castles.
Written 6 May 2021
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Elizabeth E
Leeds, UK8 contributions
Worth a visit.
Dec 2020 • Couples
Great place to visit as it’s free and kids of all ages can scramble around to their hearts content. There are information signs to explain some of the history and what the various spaces would have been. Very interesting and straightforward to find!!
Written 23 December 2020
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Weary Traveller
Las Vegas, NV35 contributions
Great Castle!
Nov 2020 • Solo
Great Castle, lovely walk and its great for views on a sunny day. Highly recommended if you are in the area.
Written 22 November 2020
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mickhilton
Kinloss, UK57 contributions
Duffus Castle Review
Aug 2020
This is an old location, obviously, and it doesn't have a sexy gift shop or shiny museum attached. What it does have is an interesting history, some lovely views and ideal placement if you are holidaying in Moray. If you time your visit well with the sun (we do get it this far North) your photographs can be stunning.
Written 14 October 2020
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angef477
Stafford, UK84 contributions
Lovely bit of history
Sep 2020
We were driving past so stopped to explore, a nice little castle, loved the building that is almost vertical, few nice bits to explore for half an hour and good views of the surrounding areas.
Written 26 September 2020
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Terry flan
7 contributions
Must do
Aug 2020
Fab for all ages , from 60 to toddler , it’s open air and free great fun for all , old ruin to explore , wear trainers as quite steep on approach but not too steep to put you off
Written 16 August 2020
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Michael P R
132 contributions
A Castle with character
Aug 2020 • Family
With two youngish children (13 and 11), getting them to go, and enjoy, anywhere involving historical artefacts and events is generally a tough audience but with the weather on our side we spent a pleasant 90 minutes exploring Duffus Castle.

The weather was good, and we pretty much had the place to ourselves to discover the 10th Century ruins.

As we arrived two Tornado’s flew past, which added to the experience.

The site is very photogenic and ultimately i think the kids quite enjoyed it.

It’s free too!
Written 11 August 2020
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NeilVernon
Bristol, UK156 contributions
Winterfell
Jul 2020 • Family
Stand in the middle of this fallen castle, close your eyes, imagine it rebuilt and you are standing in Winterfell.

Stark (!) buildings against a stark grey sky. There is a certain awe to this place.

Throughout the ruins there are well placed signs describing what you are looking at and it’s purpose.
Written 29 July 2020
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Jodie
3 contributions
Lovely place
Aug 2019 • Family
Amazing castle, love it! Defiantly recommend going here, such a nice view! Will be going back some time soon
Written 5 June 2020
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Duffus Castle Gallery is open:
  • Sun - Sat 00:00 - 00:00