Holiday in Scotland responsibly
Visit Scotland have produced a film that encourages those who live in, and visit, Scotland to make the most of our outdoors, but also to take responsibility for caring for … Read More
North East 250
Did you know there was a world famous route around the North East of Scotland? Well there is and it is known as the North East 250. A journey of … Read More
Portsoy – filming location for Peaky Blinders
Portsoy, nestled between Banff and Cullen, is a charming port village. The old harbour dates back to 17th Century and is the oldest on the Moray Forth. Portsoy is well-known … Read More
What’s here in Scotland?
Scotland is a country of ancient heritage and vibrant culture, of breathtaking landscapes and unlimited adventures and you are welcome! Stay here at Craigston in our family home, making this … Read More
Craigston Castle Borrowers’ Register
Craigston Castle Borrowers’ Register The loans register from Craigston is to be included in Books and Borrowing: An Analysis of Scottish Borrowers’ Registers, 1750-1850 In the late eighteenth century, the … Read More
IMPORTANT CUSTOMER NOTICE – Coronavirus (COVID19) update
At Craigston Castle the well-being of all our visitors and staff is our number one priority. That’s why, we have taken the decision to temporarily close the venue from today, … Read More
Loss of the old bridge
A serious flash flooding event on the 28th of Sept caused a lot of disruption in the area around Craigston with large damages suffered by many people, particularly farmers who … Read More
Craigston Castle Revisited – Summer 2019
A story of revisting Craigston some 60 years on, from our recent guest George Merson: In July I travelled to Aberdeenshire to rediscover my Scottish roots, a long overdue trip … Read More
The Banffshire coast
A selection of the coastal villages in this beautiful part of the world in this inspiring video by SB Media Scotland. Enjoy! The Banffshire coast, a selection of the coastal … Read More
The beautiful North East of Scotland
Here is a little video inspiration to open your eyes to the beautiful land in which Craigston Castle sits:
Global honour for Scotland’s Highlands and Islands
“Scotland’s Highlands and Islands* have earned their place as one of the top must-see destinations in the world in 2019. Travel authority, Lonely Planet, has today (23 October) revealed that … Read More
Golf in Aberdeenshire – golfing locations in Scotland
A little inspiration for golf in Aberdeenshire:
Craigston documentary airs again in Italy
Last year’s documentary film about Craigston will be shown again on Italian state TV (Rai 3) this Wednesday 15 November at 16.50 approx.
Bobs Urquhart, aged 98.
The Urquhart family mourn the loss of Bobs Urquhart, the family matriarch who lived at Craigston from 1939-1995 and was William’s beloved grandmother. She died on Tuesday aged 98.