Balvenie Castle

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Balvenie Castle
Balvenie Castle

Balvenie Castle is a ruined castle near Dufftown in the Grampian region of Scotland.

Originally known as Mortlach, it was built in the 12th century by the Comyn Clan. In 1470 it was granted to John Stewart, the first Earl of Atholl, passing from Stewart hands in 1610.

Balvenie Castle served as a garrison during the Jacobite rebellion. It was abandoned following the Battle of Culloden.

Today, the remains of the castle are owned by Historic Scotland.

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