UK 2006
Ten delightful days with my daughter touring London and the Highlands of Scotland
- May 26th through June 4th -


CAWDOR CASTLE
Nairn, Scotland

Cawdor Castle dates from the late 14th century and was built as a private fortress by the Thanes of Cawdor. The ancient medieval tower was built around the legendary holly-tree. Although the House has evolved over 600 years, later additions mainly of the 17th century were all built in the Scottish vernacular style with slated roofs over walls and crow-stepped gables of mellow local stone. This style gives Cawdor a strong sense of unity, and the massive, severe exterior belies an intimate interior that gives the place a surprisingly personal, friendly atmosphere. Good furniture, fine portraits and pictures, interesting objects and outstanding tapestries are arranged to please the family rather than to echo fashion or impress. (Excerpted from the Cawdor Castle website)

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To see more of our trip, click on the links below:

LONDON
London Home Page
Chelsea Flower Show
Tower of London - Part One
Tower of London - Part Two
The British Museum
Billy Elliot - The Musical

SCOTLAND
The Trafford Bank Hotel
Discovering Loch Ness - Part One
Discovering Loch Ness - Part Two
Cawdor Castle - Part Two

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