Castles Β· Scottish Highlands
The Bass and Little Bass
In or near Oldmeldrum.
The Bass and Little Bass β a castle in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.

Oliver Dixon β CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 hβ3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Inverurie Β· 1.3 km
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
The Bass and Little Bass is a castle located in scotland-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
The Bass and Little Bass are two small castles located in the Scottish Highlands. They are notable for their historical significance and picturesque settings.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 57.2755, -2.3646
- District
- Aberdeenshire
- Postcode
- AB51 0LR
- Parliamentary constituency
- Gordon and Buchan
- Nearest railway station
- Inverurie β 1.3 km
Sources
- osm: way/638499674 (ODbL)
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Literary houses Β· Scottish Highlands
The Bass and Little Bass, motte-and-bailey castle
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Historic bridges Β· Scottish Highlands
Urie Bridge, Keithhall Road, Inverurie
Urie Bridge, Keithhall Road, Inverurie β category B listed building-listed bridge in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
Memorials & monuments Β· Scottish Highlands
Battle of Inverurie (1745) Memorial
Battle of Inverurie (1745) Memorial β a memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
Historic bridges Β· Scottish Highlands
Sluice Bridges, Port Elphinstone, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire Canal
Sluice Bridges, Port Elphinstone, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire Canal β category C listed building-listed bridge in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
Historic churches Β· Scottish Highlands
St Mary's Episcopal Church, High Street, Inverurie
St Mary's Episcopal Church, High Street, Inverurie β category B listed building-listed church in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
Where to eat & stay near The Bass and Little Bass
Places to stay
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Village Hotel Club
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Places to eat & drink
Historic pubs Β· Scottish Highlands
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Historic pubs Β· Scottish Highlands
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Bass and Little Bass?
- The Bass and Little Bass is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode AB51 0LR).
- What is The Bass and Little Bass?
- The Bass and Little Bass β a castle in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Bass and Little Bass?
- The nearest railway station is Inverurie, about 1.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode AB51 0LR.
- Does The Bass and Little Bass charge admission?
- The Bass and Little Bass typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to The Bass and Little Bass?
- The nearest railway station is Inverurie, about 1.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode AB51 0LR.