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NC500 GT. - 54 – The Castle of Mey

As we continue east on this most north easterly point of the mainland we reach the Castle of Mey.

The Castle of Mey was built between 1566 and 1572 and was used as an officers' rest home during the Second World War. In 1952, the estate was bought by Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother, the widow of George VI. On 1 January 2019, stewardship of the Trust passed to The Prince's Foundation. The president of the Foundation is Charles III. During our visit inside the castle we were to see much memorabilia of that great lady.

The NC 500: The Scottish 'North Coast 500' is one of the world’s most beautiful road trips. A route of just over 500 miles (516) of stunning coastal scenery, white sandy beaches, rugged mountains, remote fishing villages and hidden gems.
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13 comments

Stephan Fey said:

That is a really overwhelming castle.
22 months ago

Jaap van 't Veen said:

Impressive castle; well captured Herb.
22 months ago ( translate )

TOZ said:

A great Image and a stunning castle Herb a great trip up top a Scotland.
Have a good week.
Gordon
22 months ago

Herb Riddle replied to TOZ:

A good place to visit Gordon. It was very interesting inside too. Glad you liked it.

Cheers. Herb
22 months ago

William Sutherland said:

Magnificent capture!
22 months ago ( translate )

Herb Riddle replied to William Sutherland:

Thanks William.
22 months ago ( translate )

Mario Vargas said:

what a beautiful view
22 months ago

Keith Burton said:

A wonderful looking castle Herb................which looks lovely in the sunlight and against the sky! Nicely composed and captured in superb detail.
22 months ago

Herb Riddle replied to Keith Burton:

It was quite good and the surrounding grounds and paths were good to explore too. Cheers for liking this.

Cheers. Herb
22 months ago

Colin Ashcroft said:

Impressive. I remembered the Queen Mother connection
22 months ago ( translate )

Roger (Grisly) said:

A beautiful castle with a remarkable history Herb,
A fine capture in nice light despite the cloud over,

Another superb addition to the "North Coast 500 group"
22 months ago

Ecobird said:

A terrific capture Herb. It is a beautiful castle and I read only this week it is also the favourite castle of the King.

Best wishes Carol
22 months ago

Ulrich John said:

Looks great, Herb !
22 months ago
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