Castle Spynie

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Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Castle Spynie is a broch in Highland. It is one of 79 brochs the Albion Guide lists in the county. Beauly Station is 4.3 km away to the north-west. Nearby ancient sites include Castle Hill (Highland), Leachkin and Cairn Irenan.

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