Built over 800 years ago by the Ramsays of Dalhousie, a noble Scottish family descended from Simundus de Ramseia, who in about 1140 followed King David I to Scotland from the Huntingdon village of Ramsay.

A descendant of the family, William de Ramsay joined forces with King Robert the Bruce and was present at the Battle of Bannockburn in 1314. The Ninth Earl George, a close friend of Sir Walter Scott, fought at Waterloo before being appointed Governor of Nova Scotia in 1816. His son, James, became the youngest ever Governor General of India at the age of 33 - the castle's India bedroom celebrates his significant work.

The castle has remained in possession of this family longer than any other in Scotland and now stands peacefully amongst the rolling Midlothian countryside.

Guests are welcomed to this fascinating 13th century castle to sample the history and splendour that surrounds it with acres of forest, parkland, river pasture and the luxury of modern day comforts.

"Dalhousie Castle is steeped in history - indeed Queen Victoria and Sir Walter Scott have payed visits"