Fancy dinner in a dungeon?

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Here are 9 Scottish castles you can dine in - including dinner in a dungeon

By Rosalind Erskine

The Scotsman Food and Drink Editor

Published 24th May 2024, 06:00 GMT

Dine like royalty in these picturesque Scottish castles which offer stately surroundings and delicious dishes.

From stately homes to former palaces, these castles offer cuisine as rich as their histories and are situated amongst some of the country’s most beautiful scenery.

Located just eight miles from Edinburgh city centre, this 13 century castle is an ideal retreat. It was the seat of the Earls of Dalhousie, the chieftains of Clan Ramsay. It’s here where you can choose to dine in the dungeon or, for those looking to enjoy the views of the grounds, there’s the Orangery.

9. Dalhousie castle, Midlothian

Located just eight miles from Edinburgh city centre, this 13 century castle is an ideal retreat. It was the seat of the Earls of Dalhousie, the chieftains of Clan Ramsay. It’s here where you can choose to dine in the dungeon or, for those looking to enjoy the views of the grounds, there’s the Orangery. Photo: Dalhousie Castle