Dunrobin Castle Gardens,Near,Golspie, Sutherland, Scotland, U.K Dunrobin Castle is also one of Britain's oldest continuously inhabited houses dating back to the early 1300s, home to the Earls and later, the Dukes of Sutherland. Dunrobin Castle is the historic home of the Earls and Dukes of Sutherland. The earliest part of the building dates from around 1275. This is ancient surname is both Scottish and locational. It originates from the former county of Sutherland, so-called from the pre 7th century Olde Norse 'suthroen' meaning 'southern', plus 'land'.This is ancient surname is both Scottish and locational. It originates from the former county of Sutherland,
so-called from the pre 7th century Olde Norse 'suthroen' meaning 'southern', plus 'land'. Yes, you most definitely do! But parking on the grounds is free and you can walk around the castle and sneak in a look at the gardens! Usual facilities are provided. Photography, smoking and dogs (excepting guide dogs) are not permitted inside the Castle. A visit to Dunrobin Castle now includes birds of prey flying demonstrations at 11.30 am, and 2.00 pm on the Castle lawn.
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