Explore Scotland | The Dunnottar Castle Adventure

In the last episode you saw me photographing the coastline that surrounds Dunnottar Castle. In this episode, I go inside the castle and give you a tour, while discover some unique and unusual things along the way.
Dunnottar Castle is situated just south of Stonehaven in Aberdeenshire and is a bucket list location for my tourists and photographers.
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[@johnossendorf9979]

I'v been to Dunnottar Castles twice while visiting family in Aberdeenshier. It is amazing ! If you ever go, be prepared for a hike and a chilly wind ! My Mom wished she had dressed warmer.

[@stephwalker1217]

We just went to Scotland last October from North Carolina. We explored as many old castles as we could, and they all took my breath away. Having nothing so ancient or historic in America I really was in awe. We wanted to go to this Castle but just didn't have time ( so many castles in Scotland!) Thank you for taking me there! I'm hoping to go back to this beautiful land soon.

[@kimgrantphotography]

So lovely to hear that you enjoyed your trip here last year. There certainly is a lot of castles and historic places to visit here. I still have several to see myself. Such a shame that you ran out of time to see Dunnottar but fingers crossed you'll be back and can see it next time. :)

[@tuckerthenpc4573]

My 29th Great grandfather was marbhachair Chamius who was the Marischal of scotland and the owner of this castle back in the early 1000s, his son was Robert chatti and his son was Warin de keith who was the Knight Marischal of scotland, the castle was in the family from Marbhachair all the way to William keith and that 21 generations which is absolutely Crazy!

[@SWR112]

Just did it yesterday under blue sky. Amazing place. Give me a castle to explore, I’m happy.

[@hirogawa]

Wow, you're an educated and gentle soul. Taking for taking me thru this trip. Amazing.

[@kimgrantphotography]

Thank you for your kind words. Glad that you enjoyed the tour of the castle :)

[@andrewjd7941]

I’m from Stonehaven and see this on a regular basis and have to say I have never been in the castle. But it’s great fun riding along the cliff edge on the mtb

[@Tsoiugidali]

Wonderful vlog KIm. Thank you for bringing the castle to life for me. Four generations of my ancestors were born, lived and died in Dunnottar Castle. My Scottish roots are very deep in that land confirmed by both genealogy and DNA. I will never be able to visit Scotland in person and your video thankfully brings me closer to it. Wonderfully done. Keep up the good work.

[@poojabagdi7324]

I love England all it's historic Places .. Your video take me there I can imagine myself there. Someday when I have enough money definitely will visit this palace

[@keithlordofalbascotland3371]

Not England it's Scotland

[@poojabagdi7324]

@@keithlordofalbascotland3371 ok.....but love the place..definately will visit someday or in next birth.

[@hollysmith6840]

Wonderful Video. Thank You for sharing Kim. I am returning to Scotland for the second time in May. I was struggling with the choice to drive 2 1/2 hours Each way, to see this castle. Your video has helped me make up my mind. I will make the long drive to see this splendid castle. Thank You! -Holly

[@desgardner7169]

What fasinates me about these old castles and buildings is somebody has to build them, it must have taken years and done without modern day tools, thanks Kim for the history lesson.....I enjoyed your tour too......thank you...

[@kimgrantphotography]

Me too Des! It's insane and all these buildings that were made by hand withstand the test of time, whereas modern day buildings don't.

[@sharikeith3761]

My family helped build this castle, they were mason's

[@lisahinton9682]

Stunningly beautiful. Thank you so much. A small suggestion: hovering over the plaques and signs would be appreciated. I enjoyed reading the one on ghostly encounters and would've liked to have read the others as well, including the sign on the chair, for example. Just a wee suggestion. Many thanks. This was incredible to see.

[@arifulislam864]

I really lke this type of blogs thanks

[@ttk9229]

Hello, I'm Korean. I've been to the castle about three years ago. It's good to see it again With a amazing explanation. Thank you♥️

[@KirkAdamsMusic]

I so very much appreciated this video, Kim. I was lucky enough to visit Dunnottar way back in 1995. Didn't have a camera in my phone in those days haha so only a few pictures and fading memories. This brought so much back and I really enjoyed it. Seems like a lot of good work has been done on the place since I was there, but maybe my memory's not that good. A beautiful place I hope to see again one of these days. Thank you.

[@thejewishredneckprepper4675]

Please check out some of the castles that once belong to the Clan McDougal. On my mother's side my Great grand father was a McDougal. I love knowing, that as a mutt I have Scottish blood line. Shalom Alecheim.

[@soulrpower3031]

Wonderful tour, thank you.

[@jasonharkless6395]

It's a beautiful place to see I miss home my heart goes out to so

[@asignmaker]

Great on my bucket list..🤓✌️

[@rynndodds6374]

Thank you for this incredible video. These types of videos are so important during these pandemic days. We can see beautiful places through the eyes of someone new. You are delightful and I am so glad I watched.

[@marishkaambrus8381]

loving this in 2021 ,can't wait to watch your other video's!!

[@urszulapopiela3898]

I loved this vlog! so interesting, thank you for sharing the castles history and all these beautiful shots!

[@giselesmith7795]

What craftsmanship! It boggles the mind to think about the engineering involved and then, the time to execute the construction. Thank you so much for sharing with us Kim.

[@kimgrantphotography]

Blows my mind to Gisele!

[@mistermisanthrope4106]

The home of my Keith ancestors. I'd love to visit there someday.

[@k2jsk3ith]

Lovely video... thanks for sharing all you did.

[@GleidesAttademofitwell]

Maravilhoso esse castelo! Gostei muito de acompanhar você nesse tour.

[@archygirl1750]

Thank you so much for doing this video, Kim!

[@christiandavis2916]

Thanks for the tour, what a solid, fascinating, beautiful place.

[@5RustyBin]

Excellent video - thank you for doing it - another place added to my bucket list.

[@EA-58]

Awesome vid. i was surfing for old castles...and found this. Made my evening...thx

[@davidjefford4180]

Yet another interesting video - well done kim

[@DonJoyce]

Fascinating! Thank you for sharing your adventure with us once again!

[@kimgrantphotography]

And thank you for watching once again ;) Much appreciated

[@TheHikeChoseMe]

as always enjoyed your video!

[@TheHp90s]

Thank you for the video. Is really usefull.

[@sorenlorensen337]

I"ve been to Scotland twice, visited many castles and Dunnottar was by far my favorite!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Another wonderful episode Kim ... good on you.

[@kimgrantphotography]

Thank you very much!

[@KoreaWithKids]

Beautiful! It looks like my family might be taking a trip to Scotland next summer, so I'm researching! Thanks for the video. :)

[@snoozinglion8596]

Thanks for the tour Kim!

[@kimgrantphotography]

You're very welcome

[@fababei]

Thanks for the castle tour. I'm discovering Scotland with you Kim!

[@kimgrantphotography]

Fantastic Florin - glad you're enjoying the journey!

[@charlesgardner4875]

Great video thanks for sharing . Keep up the good work !

[@kimgrantphotography]

Thanks Charles - will try my best :)

[@samroberts5489]

GREAT video! Makes me want to add this trip to my bucket list! Thank you Kim! Oh and I love LOVE your voice lol!!!!

[@richardrusch807]

It is so appealing to watch something like this that is produced by someone who is so caught up in the wonderment of history, especially of this era. I gave this a thumbs-up and subscribed to your channel within the first 10 minutes of watching. My God bless you in your continuing in this very wonderful endeavor, and I look forward to catching up on your channel.

[@debbierooker4930]

Morning Kim, such a fascinating insight into the castle! That walk down those steps was stunning before you get to the entrance ! What a great time you had exploring! Amazing hearing all the history too. And those views are immense!

[@kimgrantphotography]

The views sure were immense Debbie! Great place to explore and enjoy.

[@johnferry5668]

Fantastic video Kim, it has to be one of the best castles I've ever seen in Scotland and the views are epic. Definitely on my bucket list to visit. Think the kitchen area needs a new worktop though haha. Id love to photograph this one with a light sea mist rolling over the rock and castle. Cracking as ever Kim, well done that lass :-)

[@kimgrantphotography]

Photographing in sea mist would be incredible! I hope you make it here one day John. I'm sure that you would love it.

[@comesahorseman]

My mothers ancestors came from this general area; probably ancient Pictish roots. Thanks for the tour, miss! :)

[@mick8586]

great video again Kim, great work

[@kimgrantphotography]

Thanks Mick - Glad you enjoyed it

[@richardpoustie230]

Thank you for a fascinating tour, Kim. Such a lot of history and intrigue, if only walls could talk!...

[@kimgrantphotography]

Yes, if only! Thank you :)

[@joannemchale]

Its where they made the beer.thats why the barrel and shoots

[@MarkKellyPhotographyUK]

Excellent video Kim, fascinating insight into the castle, it is definitely on my return to do list 👍👏👏👏

[@kimgrantphotography]

Great Mark! Hope you'll make it back soon :)

[@MarkKellyPhotographyUK]

Kim Grant heading up to Inverness last weekend of April, long weekend visit 👍

[@markzphotoscom]

Thank again Kim for all that info and a bit of an insight to what that place would have been all those years ago.

[@kimgrantphotography]

You're very welcome :)

[@tinasmith6135]

What an amazing castle Kim, it looks magnificent and your channel is always the first one I view on a Sunday morning. It encourages me to get out and explore my local area.

[@kimgrantphotography]

That's so lovely to hear Tina! Thank you for this and I hope you'll continue to enjoy your Sunday morning videos :)

[@martinhogarth3862]

What an adventure, love walking around there with you !! all be it in spirit. looking forward to the next vlog...martin

[@kimgrantphotography]

Thanks Martin!

[@jimhamilton8775]

Great video Kim. Just think on the amount of history this place has seen,

[@kimgrantphotography]

It's fascinating Jim!

[@jamesgrant8470]

What a nice vlog kim and what a location can't believe I've never been there... Awesome..

[@kimgrantphotography]

You'll have to go sometime! It's epic

[@cultureco-op8194]

thank you

[@mag379]

Great video Kim, I was as awestruck as you when I visited

[@kimgrantphotography]

That's great to hear Steve! Glad you enjoyed it too :)

[@gaildonaldson171]

Whoa, Kim, what a great video. I have a fantasy trip to Scotland planned in the next couple of years. This sounds like a place I would want to spend a full day or more.

[@kimgrantphotography]

That's great to hear Gail! I hope your fantasy trip comes true and you get to see many fun and interesting places :)

[@anselman3156]

It's good to get the feel of an ancient building, and to use your imagination. It must have been the height of luxury in it's time, for people who had to be rather more hardy than us fortunate 21st c. folk. I like your little observation about the consolation of the sound of the sea for the unfortunates in the thief's hole. What songs might it have sung for them! The fascinating patterns of lichens on the stone were worthy of your attention. With my preoccupation with the beauty of trees, I find the various lichens and mosses fascinating, also the large fungi which form on the trunks. Lots of opportunity for close up shots, if you're into that kind of thing! Thanks for taking us on your visit.

[@kimgrantphotography]

Thank you for your feedback. Glad you too enjoy admiring the lichens and mosses that grow on old builds. They really are beautiful to take the time to admire and enjoy.

[@kevinridley8883]

thanks Kim , i will put that on my to visit list when we come up & do the east coast :)

[@kimgrantphotography]

Great Kevin - I hope you enjoy it!

[@rohansoman3701]

Hey Kim very nice and informative video very nice your video has created an urge to visit this place whenever I come to Scotland.. keep it up

[@kimgrantphotography]

That's great to hear Rohan! I hope you make it to Dunnottar when you come :)

[@tjsinva]

Nice! Enjoying an early morning coffee with a castle tour. Looks like you virtually had the place to yourself. I wonder where else in Scotland I'll be visiting today. I now have had you in Aberdeenshire, and Nigel Danson was in the Highlands. Maybe it's calling me back. That would be nice. Cheers!

[@kimgrantphotography]

Unfortunately I didn't have it to myself (it was actually surprisingly busy for the time of year). That's great that youtube is allowing you to travel all round Scotland in one day. Hope you make it back in the near future.

[@canniejannie]

Another great video Kim...Yes its a busy spot for photographers...I stay quite close and visit quite a lot,but most time I delete all the images, although I do have a few I have hanging on my wall..Thanks for the tour

[@davidelliott3872]

Very informative Kim

[@kimgrantphotography]

Thanks Dave. Nice to hear that you go there often to take photos. Wish I lived a wee bit closer - would be a great place to see and photograph in all weather conditions.

[@rjexplorationandreviews2936]

Really very nice 👍🏻

[@kimgrantphotography]

Thank you :)

[@gallowaygetaways5326]

The cave that you spoke of with the metal gate at the other side...years ago my husband remembers that you used to be able to walk through there and gain access to the beach on the other side. Apparently, since the gate has been put in place, there is no longer access to that area. Such a shame. Enjoyed your video. We visited again just last spring...stunning place isn't it? :)

[@kimgrantphotography]

That's such a shame that you can't do that anymore. I guess health and safety changed things. Looks like such a good place to explore though. Thanks for the insight :)

[@TeddyWandererCamera-Bear]

Hi Kim i really enjoyed this trip with you around the castle. Like yourself I love to visit old buildings and imagine how it must have been all those years ago ! If only walls could talk to tell us all that went on in such places ? The room with the windows and ceiling looked great and the views were amazing ! We do not have so many castles here in Yorkshire as there are in Scotland but we have some wonderful old abbeys :D Thank you for sharing Kim :D Teddy

[@kimgrantphotography]

Glad you enjoyed it Teddy. I will be at an old cathedral in next weekends episode (something a bit different). Thanks again :)

[@TeddyWandererCamera-Bear]

Cool I recently visited & posted footage of Fountains Abbey in North Yorkshire it always amazes me when I go there :D

[@sharikeith3761]

I just want to say thank you for the tour inside one of the homes my ancestors lived in. My ancestor was the Marshall to the king and then took over the castle for a time. Yes, we were then over taken; however we did settle there for a couple decades. #KeithCastle I have always wanted to come visit it. It seems it will never happen for me...so thank you so very much. Bless you

[@kimgrantphotography]

It's so nice to be able to let you see this castle. I hope that you are able to come and visit it in person one day to see it for yourself but if not, it's lovely that I was able to allow you to see and experience it.

[@sharikeith3761]

@@kimgrantphotography Thank you again.

[@lisamomcrazy]

I seem to remember there was a sign with info about that drawing room?? It was beautiful. And that chair? Info about that chair? Perhaps in the future, you could add facts from the signs or a close up of them that we can read? Thanks for sharing your time at Dunnottar. We had a wonderful day there as well!

[@kimgrantphotography]

I saw the sign you mention as I was leaving,. I went into the castle from the back rather than the front door so missed it on the way in. Todays video (about Elgin Cathedral) is more fact based with signs etc included. Lovely to hear that you enjoyed Dunnottar too! It certainly is a stunning castle to visit :)

[@jeffcampbell1555]

Lovely video! Thanks for bringing us. I just discovered this castle on KZbin and would love to visit, so this was perfect. Sadly, in it's later life, that long barrel vaulted room with a window in the end became a prison. I forget why, but men and women were stuffed in there, trapped in filth and many died. History is so long in Britain that the same sites can witness the sublime in one century and degradation in another. During the English civil war Dunnottar protected the honors of Scotland (crown, scepter and sword.) Cromwell wanted to destroy them and besieged the castle, but they were lowered down the cliffs and taken up the coast, where they were buried under the floor of a church. You clever Scots!

[@southwoodside]

Covenanters, the presbyterian adherents of the National Covenant who defied the imposition of episcopacy on the Scottish church, were persecuted, even killed, and imprisoned in disgusting conditions like you suggest. DIsappointed that Kim did not cover this important part of Scotland's history.

[@jeffcampbell1555]

@@southwoodside The alacrity with which sects of the faith in Jesus Christ have discriminated against, imprisoned, starved, tortured and executed each other is the reason for my skepticism. My faith didn't survive learning about the 30 years war, I'm afraid. Nonetheless, I think the answers to all our puzzlements can be found in history, if only we can be open minded enough to see ourselves in the follies of the past.

[@Brenda-xc7sq]

That was very interesting, I wish you had found one of those ghosts, ha ha.

[@kimgrantphotography]

HAHA that would have been terrifying though!

[@danielcrestanifrares7764]

I just discovery your channel and I´m love with it, And you is so cute Nice video thanks

[@yorky223]

thank you KIM that was great. i,m a dixon ( clan keith serp )

[@grievejimmy]

Why do we never see the plaques with all the info as well as your brilliant narration

[@laurie4275]

This was fantastic. Thank you! What the heck is a "Drawing Room"? What did they do in drawing rooms. Ive always heard that term. Is it the equivalent of todays "family room"?

[@kimgrantphotography]

According to google it is - a room in a large private house in which guests can be received and entertained. I guess it's like a living room but not as private

[@bobswezey7452]

that was very enjoyably now for more coffee … :-))

[@kimgrantphotography]

Glad you enjoyed Bob :)

[@ravenfallsphotography6254]

First one here, for once! By the way, you mention this was used as a military fortress beginning in 1651. Do you happen to know if it was used by the forces supporting Charles II or Cromwell? I would assume, from the geographical location, that it would have been in support of the royalists but the inscription in the drawing room seems to cover the years from the roundhead takeover until the restoration. Did they give that information?

[@kimgrantphotography]

Really sorry but I don't know the answer to this. It would certainly be an interesting thing to find out though!

[@GodTierComments]

9 people turned their screen upside down to upvote this twice!

[@goghtube1890]

👏🏻👍🏻

[@tono1201]

Like 59 Ecuador presente

[@chelseashurmantine8153]

I was trying to picture how to say "Dunnottar" with a Scottish accent and it wasn't as exciting as I imagined.

[@kimgrantphotography]

My accent isn't very strong. I'm sure hearing it in a strong male Scottish accent would sound pretty cool!

[@duncanmit5307]

💜👍💜👍👍

[@tim1398]

At 11:20 - Boiling oil chute and ovens to heat it?

[@kimgrantphotography]

Really not sure Tim. Would be great to know though!

[@jpaulson5811]

According to my DNA test, the Earls of Dunnottar Castle were my ancestors. Regardless of if that's true or not, this was such a pleasure to watch. Thank you! ❤️❤️

[@kimgrantphotography]

That's wonderful to hear. Glad you enjoyed it :)

[@madmark1957]

Hard to believe how little you discovered about the castle. No mention of the Honours of Scotland or Covenanters. Some decent shots of it but a couple of misinterpretations and no real mention of the defences or the fact that they carved away the causeway to the rock so it was harder to approach. Those steps outside the castle leading down to the front door are relatively new. Back in the 60s and 70s it was a somewhat dangerous path, narrow and unpaved, witha precipitous drop on either side, that led there,. The well within the castle is fresh water despite the castle being on a rock formation in the sea. I think you will find that every major castle that was built in the period Dunnottar was will have everything they need within the walls otherwise they could not withstand siege.

[@rohininair5960]

Haiii kim.. I'm from India I v a question for u do u have experienced anything unusual there.. I mean any horrible experience... I m a great fan of European countries.... But now I can't afford to go theses places.... ❤

[@jbearmcdougall1646]

The siege you mentioned was... Cromwell...this castle was the only one still holding out against the English army.! With only 69 men... The Scottish crown jewels we're in hiding there.. but we're sneaked away by a maid..

[@kimgrantphotography]

Thank you for your insight Jeff - much appreciated :) Such an interesting place!

[@jbearmcdougall1646]

@@kimgrantphotography it really is and thank you for making the video.. :-) j x

[@robertg305]

Jealous. I live in Florida and for the love of god I want to visit this castle so bad

[@kimgrantphotography]

Fingers crossed you make it over to visit one day!

[@1.schnitzeltv386]

Hallo ich bin cool

[@jansrensen7582]

Ots not a castle. Its a ruin. A ugly ruin. ❤😂 ok.