Balvenie Castle in the Scottish Highlands:Home to the Comyns and other powerful families
(Above image is a capture of Balvenie Castle, Dufftown, Speyside) This evening, I am providing information on Balvenie Castle which is close to Dufftown in the Speyside region of Scotland, about 51 miles N.W. of Aberdeen . Dufftown s its at the heart of the Speyside whisky region.Balvenie Castle is within walking distance of Glenfiddich and Balvenie distilleries. Summary facts and information Key structural features Tall, thick curtain wall dating from original construction in 13th century. Ditch (dry moat) which is still visible along the south and west sides. East Range Hall, probably of 15th century date. Round Tower in the castle’s eastern corner. Twin stair-towers of the Atholl Lodging. High status, private chambers arranged over two floors. Castle Interior Distinctive Details L-Shaped staircase in west range. Heraldry as manifested in heraldic devices in the east facade. Yett: A distinctive, defensive iron gate Chronology of Noble Residents ...