Castles · Scottish Highlands
Hallforest Castle (ruin)
In or near Newmachar.
Hallforest Castle (ruin) — a castle in Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Kintore · 2.0 km
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Hallforest Castle (ruin) is a castle located in Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
Hallforest Castle is a ruin located in the Scottish Highlands. This castle's remnants reflect its historical significance in the region, though specific details about its era and architectural style are not provided.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 57.2290, -2.3706
- District
- Aberdeenshire
- Postcode
- AB51 0XR
- Parliamentary constituency
- Gordon and Buchan
- Nearest railway station
- Kintore — 2 km
Sources
- osm: node/476645460 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Hallforest Castle (ruin)?
- Hallforest Castle (ruin) is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode AB51 0XR).
- What is Hallforest Castle (ruin)?
- Hallforest Castle (ruin) — a castle in Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Hallforest Castle (ruin)?
- The nearest railway station is Kintore, about 2.0 km away. The nearest town is Newmachar. Drivers can use postcode AB51 0XR.
- Does Hallforest Castle (ruin) charge admission?
- Hallforest Castle (ruin) typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Hallforest Castle (ruin)?
- The nearest railway station is Kintore, about 2.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode AB51 0XR.