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Balvaird Castle

Open to visitorsa Historic Environment Scotland site — many are free to wander; staffed ones charge and keep set hours

Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Balvaird Castle is one of 18 castles the Albion Guide maps in Perth and Kinross. It is looked after by Historic Environment Scotland. Nearby castles include Burleigh Castle and Elcho Castle. For arrivals by rail, Perth Station is 12.9 km to the north-west.

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