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The Scottish coastal castle walk near ‘delightful’ seafood restaurant and pub
June is finally here, which means there has never been a better time to get out and immerse yourself in Scotland’s natural beauty.
While the weather so far this month has been mixed to say the least, the summer season is only just beginning. There are hopefully plenty of warm and sunny days to look forward to over the coming weeks, and there is nothing better than a good old-fashioned hike.
When it comes to picking a walk, there is no reason why you have to choose between Scotland’s fascinating history and its breathtaking scenery. To prove this point, the Daily Record has selected the spectacular ruins of Findlater Castle as our latest Walk of the Week.
Sitting atop a 50-foot cliff overlooking the Moray Firth on the coast of Banff and Buchan in Aberdeenshire, Findlater Castle is believed to date back all the way to the 13th century. The name of the structure is derived from the Scots Gaelic words ‘fionn’ and ‘leitir’ — meaning ‘white’ and ‘cliff’ respectively.
The remains of the castle that appear today are a 14th-century reconstruction of the original Findlater Castle. It may be just a husk of what it once was, but it still dominates the landscape.
Situated around just two miles from the charming seaside village of Cullen, the castle makes for the perfect afternoon hike. After you are done, you can enjoy a scenic walk back to the village and enjoy some mouthwatering food and drink at a local pub that has been described by customers as “delightful”.
Read on for some photographs that will no doubt convince you Findlater Castle is worth a visit. You can also check out a few of the Daily Record’s previous Walks of the Week here:
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