Castelo de Castelo Novo, Portugal: Correia

Castelo de Castelo Novo, Portugal building

The project’s brief requested the conservation and valorization of Castelo Novo’s Castle and surroundings. Moreover, it suggested also the creation of a space where people and visitors could enjoy it as a place of permanence.

Balintore Castle Scotland, Angus building

The council used its compulsory purchase powers to buy the castle from its absentee Far Eastern owners. Ownership has been transferred to a buyer, who intends to live there and assist restoration.

Craigievar Castle Aberdeenshire, Scotland

One of the North-East’s most beautiful castles has been wrapped up for winter. The National Trust for Scotland’s Craigievar Castle in Alford, Aberdeenshire has been swathed in heavy hessian to protect it through the winter months.

Dunstaffnage Castle Scotland, Oban building

Dunstaffnage Castle, Scotland

Dunstaffnage Castle, Scotland, near Oban, the mighty stronghold of the MacDougalls, built before 1240 on a huge rock above the Firth of Lorn. Captured by Robert the Bruce in 1308, the castle remained in royal hands until 1469.

Dalquharran Castle, Ayrshire: Robert Adam

Dalquharran Castle, Ayrshire - Robert Adam Building Scotland

Dalquharran Castle Ayrshire designed by Robert Adam, built in the 1790s and extended by others in the early 1880’s. All that remains is the masonry shell, sitting on a hill overlooking the Ayrshire village of Dailly.