There is tree lined driveway leading to the castle. As you enter from this side, the building does not look all that impressive. But from the front, it is a different story, as you will see from the photographs.
This area has been the stronghold of the Dukes and Earls of Sutherland for many hundreds of years.
The Earldom was created around 1230, and there has been a castle here ever since, the original built possibly on the site of a medieval castle.
Over the years the castle has changed and developed until you see it as it stands today. It even has its own Railway station on the other side of the entrance gate.
The motto of the Clan Sutherland is "Sans Peur" The Sutherland name originates from" South Land."
This was land discovered and colonised by Norse invaders. It is believed that many of the inhabitants of this area are descendants of the Celtic tribes who fled from the Vikings.
The Chiefs of the Sutherland Clan are all descended from the grandson of Freskin de Moravia, a Flemish knight given these lands by William the Lion in 1197.
There is much to see in the castle. There are also the gardens, the museum with a fascinating collection of everything from Pictish Stones to animal bones. And there are also twice daily falconry demonstrations.
There is a tearoom too, so you can easily spend a few hours here.
Follow the links below for more information.
http://www.dunrobincastle.co.uk
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WdPYTAkN7k8
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| Castle Entrance |
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| Fireplace in entrance hall |
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| Gardens and the Castle |
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| Dunrobin Castle |
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| Gardens |
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| The gardens |
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| Falcon |
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| I can see you... |
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