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Huntingtower Castle


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A tale of two familiesHuntingtower Castle was a lordly residence for 300 years, from the 15th to the 18th century. It is associated with two noble...... more » A tale of two familiesHuntingtower Castle was a lordly residence for 300 years, from the 15th to the 18th century. It is associated with two noble families: the Ruthvens (later earls of Gowrie) and, following their downfall in 1600, the Murrays (earls of Tullibardine and later dukes of Atholl). Prior to 1600, Huntingtower was known as the Place of Ruthven.Huntingtower has hosted some famous visitors, and been associated with some dramatic events. Mary Queen of Scots stayed here in 1565, during her honeymoon with Lord Darnley. In 1582, Mary’s son, James VI, was held here against his will by the 1st Earl of Gowrie, in a famous episode known as the ‘Ruthven Raid’. With the downfall of the 3rd Earl in 1600, in an equally bizarre episode called the ‘Gowrie Conspiracy’, the Ruthvens were disinherited and their forfeited castle was renamed Huntingtower. « less
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Attraction type: Castle
Address: Huntingtowerfield
Just West of Perth off the A85 to Crieff Perth PH1 3JL
Scotland
Tel: 01738 627231
Fax: 01738-627231
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Travelodge Perth Broxden Junction £50 1.8 mi 2.9 km 4 of 5 stars
Best Western Huntingtower Hotel £63 1.8 mi 2.9 km 3.5 of 5 stars
Holiday Inn Express Perth £65 2.2 mi 3.6 km 3.5 of 5 stars
Best Western Symphony Lovat N/A 2.9 mi 4.6 km 4 of 5 stars
Lovat Hotel £61 2.9 mi 4.6 km 3 of 5 stars
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The Glover Arms 0.3 mi 0.5 km 4 of 5 stars
Murrayshall House Hotel Restaurant 3.7 mi 5.9 km 3.5 of 5 stars
The Manzil 3.7 mi 5.9 km 3.5 of 5 stars
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Scone Palace 4.2 mi 6.8 km 4 of 5 stars
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Huntingtowerfield | Just West of Perth off the A85 to Crieff, Perth PH1 3JL, Scotland
Tel: 01738 627231 Fax: 01738-627231