Castle Roy, Nethy Bridge
Highland – Badenoch & Strathspey
Castle Roy is a striking 12th-century fortress overlooking the historic village of Nethy Bridge, with spectacular views across Strathspey and the Cairngorms. Accessible paths enable visitors of all abilities to enjoy the wildflower-rich grounds and explore within the castle walls. Linked through history with the Comyn, Grant and Mar families, Castle Roy remains an important and atmospheric landmark within the Cairngorms landscape.
Castle Roy reflects all three aspects of the 2026 theme. The ongoing conservation and maintenance of this 12th-century fortress helps to revive and safeguard an important part of local heritage for future generations. The charity continues to resist the threats posed by weather, erosion and the passage of time through regular inspections, careful management and community support. By improving accessibility, interpretation and public engagement, Castle Roy is also helping to reimagine how people experience and connect with a historic site today, ensuring it remains relevant, welcoming and meaningful to a wide range of visitors.
Trustees will be present throughout both days to offer guided tours of the Castle and grounds. Tours will take place regularly during the day, whenever there is sufficient interest from visitors wishing to learn more about the site and its history. There will also be a car boot sale taking place.
Facilities
Additional Access Information
There is a small blue badge car park next to the castle and the main car park is next to the road.
Gallery
Key Information
Booking not required.
Where to find us
Address
- Situated on the B970 (beside Abernethy Kirk) on left on B970 Grantown Road
- Grantown Road
- Nethy Bridge
- PH25 3ED