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Ardendraught (site of)

Ardendraught was a castle that was extant in the 16th century but of which nothing now remains.

In 1519 Alexander Hay of Delgatty was granted the lands of Ardendraught, with the tower and fortalice, by John, Lord Glamis.

The exact site of the castle has been lost but may have been at Aulton of Ardendraught farm.

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Alternative names for Ardendraught

Fortalice of Ardendracht; Fortalice of Ardendraucht; Fortalice of Ardendraugh; Fortalice of Ardendraught; Place of Ardendracht

Where is Ardendraught?

Ardendraught is in the parish of Cruden and the county of Aberdeenshire.

Grid reference: NK 077 354

Lat / long: 57.40913709, -1.871824353

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Weather at Ardendraught

20°C
max 20°C / min 20°C
9km/h ENE
1017mb
69%
3%
03:34 20:52

Clear sky
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Ancient sites near Ardendraught

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Pictish stones near Ardendraught

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Accommodation near Ardendraught

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Cafés, restaurants & bars near Ardendraught

Premier Inn Aberdeen North (Bridge Of Don)
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28.1km away
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Published on the 14th of May 2010 at 1:54 pm. Updated on the 25th of August 2024 at 6:25 pm.

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