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At Raemoir Garden Center And Drum Castle, Aberdeen

FROM CRATHES CASTE, we proceeded to Drum Castle on the way back.  Drum Castle is built way back in the 13th century, one of the oldest tower in Scotland.  Surrounded by the 18th century gardens, it was the home of Alexander Forbes Irvine and today, the castle is owned by the National Trust for Scotland and is open during the summer months.  The castle is also open to weddings and corporate functions and that includes local events such as classic car rallies and musical fetes as well.

This time we did not go into the castle, as the saying goes, you see one, you see all.  We just walked around the grounds, took some pictures.  Oh yeah, we stopped for our lunch at Raemoir Garden Center at Banchory on the way.  A very delightful lunch, I can say.... Cold weather always make me hungry every hourly!
At the Drums Castle.... 
Making my footprints....
And his as well.... 
In and out of the grounds.... 
All granite and stones.... 
Much smaller than the Crathes Castle
At the gardens where beautiful flowers were grown....
Love their combination of colours...
And at the Raemoir, I had Lentil soup.... 
And I shared chicken sandwich with my sister.... 
Beef Stovies.....
For the tour guide... Salmon with condiments... 
Food is quite cheap, less than 30 pounds sterling... 
When all the plates are cleaned, our smiles give credit to the food... 

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  1. Nancy ChanApril 12, 2019 at 10:23 PM

    I am looking at the flowers. Beautiful!

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  2. Ginny HartzlerApril 13, 2019 at 3:52 AM

    The food looks good! So warming after walking around the castle, and looking at the beautiful flowers.

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  3. LibbyApril 13, 2019 at 4:33 AM

    The soup looks so comforting, together with the chicken sandwiches. Lovely flowers.

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  4. munApril 13, 2019 at 4:51 AM

    Lovely photos! Everyone is so happy!

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  5. suituapuiApril 13, 2019 at 5:49 AM

    Beautiful flowers! It's spring!

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  6. Rose worldApril 14, 2019 at 3:36 PM

    A smaller castle from the look of it. But still stunning.

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  7. PHApril 15, 2019 at 8:52 AM

    There are so many castles there. Wah...love the flowers!

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  8. BlackswanApril 15, 2019 at 2:34 PM

    Definitely love to visit! xoxo

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  9. Rose worldApril 15, 2019 at 4:09 PM

    I remember I added my comment but never mind. Don't mind commenting again.

    I love visiting castles. Beautiful flowers, wonder what is the name.

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