Deeside Roadtrip to Balmoral Castle

Date of this adventure: June 5, 2013

My friend, Kristal, and I decided to take a day trip from Aberdeen to Balmoral Castle.

Crathes Castle was our first stop as we headed west from Aberdeen.

It's amazing how quickly you see views like this just as you get outside of the city.

River Dee

Entrance to Balmoral Castle

Royal cars and carriages

Working gardens

Balmoral Castle

"Balmoral Castle has been one of the residences of the British Royal Family since 1852, when the estate and its original castle were purchased privately by Prince Albert, consort to Queen Victoria. They remain as the private property of the royal family and are not the property of the Crown."

During August, September, and October, the grounds are closed to the public as the royal family are in residence.

I definitely recommend this trip as a refreshing day out in the Scottish countryside!