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Literary houses · Scottish Highlands

Old Slains Castle

In or near Cruden Bay.

♿ Wheelchair accessible★ 4.1 · 158 Google reviews

Old Slains Castle — a literary house museum in scotland highlands.

Looking northwards to Broad Haven and beyond... - geograph.org.uk - 6551243

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Typical visit
1 h–1.5 h
  • Wheelchair accessible

About

Old Slains Castle is a literary house museum located in scotland highlands. A British literary house preserving the home of a notable author, poet or playwright as a museum, often with original furniture and manuscripts. ruined castle near Collieston in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, UK

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Place summary

Old Slains Castle is a literary house located in the Scottish Highlands. It is known for its association with the works of Bram Stoker, notably influencing the character of Dracula. The castle offers a dramatic coastal setting, with ruins that reflect its storied past. Visitors can explore the remnants of this historic site, which evoke the atmosphere of Stoker's literary inspirations.

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Coordinates
57.3605, -1.9131
Postcode
AB41 8ST
Parliamentary constituency
Gordon and Buchan

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Old Slains Castle?
Old Slains Castle is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode AB41 8ST).
What is Old Slains Castle?
Old Slains Castle — a literary house museum in scotland highlands.
How do I get to Old Slains Castle?
The nearest town is Cruden Bay. Drivers can use postcode AB41 8ST.
How do I get to Old Slains Castle?
Drivers can navigate to postcode AB41 8ST. It sits within the Gordon and Buchan parliamentary constituency.