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Fyvie Castle is a castle in the village of Fyvie, near Turriff in Aberdeenshire, Scotland

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The earliest parts of Fyvie Castle date from the 13th century – some sources claim it was built in 1211 by William the Lion.

Fyvie was the site of an open-air court held by Robert the Bruce, and Charles I lived there as a child for 4 years.

Following the Battle of Otterburn in 1388, it ceased to be a royal stronghold as it was passed to Henry Preston as a reward from Robert iii

You can discover the amazing collection of antiquities, armour and lavish oil paintings. Stroll around the picturesque loch, or visit the restored glass-roofed racquets court and ice house.

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