Spynie Palace

Spynie Palace was the residence of the Bishops of Moray from the 14th century to 1686.

It is dominated by the massive tower built by Bishop David Stewart (1461-77), with spectacular views over Spynie Loch.

 

Opening Times
(2008 times)
21st March to 30th September:
Daily 9.30am - 5.30pm.

1st October to 31st March 2009:
Saturday and Sunday only 9.30am - 4.30pm.

Admission Charges
(2008 prices)
Adult £3.70; Child £1.85; Concession £3.00.

Directions
Two miles north of Elgin, off the A941.
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Nearby Attractions
Elgin Museum (2 Miles)*
This award winning Museum, founded in 1836, houses important collections of Natural History, Geology, Archaeology, Science, Art, Ethnography and Social History.
Glen Grant Distillery and Garden (10 Miles)*
From the moment it was first created in 1840, the clean distinctive taste and pale gold colour of Glen Grant have set it apart from other single malt Scotch whiskies. This makes a visit to Glen Grant such a special experience.
Falconer Museum (12 Miles)*
The Museum will be closed for redevelopment from 19th August 2006 to February 2007.

The museum was founded in 1871 and contains a wealth of Moray's heritage.
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Nearby Hotels
Stotfield Hotel (3 Miles)*
Set against the backdrop of the stunning seaside town of Lossiemouth in the Highlands of Scotland, the Stotfield House hotel provides beautiful views over the Moray Firth and has unspoiled sandy beaches just 5 minutes away.
Craigellachie Hotel (13 Miles)*
Nestled in the heartland of the malt whisky industry, the idyll enjoyed of the Craigellachie Hotel is almost unrivalled anywhere in Scotland.
The Golf View Hotel and Leisure Club (22 Miles)*
The 4-star Golf View Hotel and Leisure Club is situated adjacent to Nairn Golf Club and overlooks the Moray Firth.
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Nearby Self Catering
The Old Steading (6 Miles)*
Situated in open farmland in The Laich of Moray, our cottages enjoy views of the surrounding countryside with the hills of Sutherland visible over the Moray Firth. On our family farm are six courtyard cottages.
Fisherman's Rest (7 Miles)*
Traditionl fishermans cottage in the quiet fishing village of Burghead on Scotlands beautiful Moray Coast. Two bedrooms, one on the ground floor with double bed and twin bedroom upstairs (two z-beds are provided also).
Collie Farmhouse (10 Miles)*
A traditional Scottish farmhouse refurbished to a high standard, enjoying a peaceful location on the banks of the River Spey. It makes a fantastic base to explore the Whisky and Castle Trails.
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