After discovering that Clan Colville lived in Kinnaird Castle in the 1600s, I couldn’t resist stopping by with the drone. Since it’s now a private residence, I didn’t manage to get many close-up shots.
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RAF Douglas Wood
While cycling to Forfar, I spotted what appeared to be an old military installation between Dundee and Forfar. A quick Google search revealed it was the remains of RAF Douglas Wood – a World War II Chain Home radar station established in 1939. These stations provided early warnings of incoming air raids. The site was spread over three main areas: one for the transmitter block and masts, another for the receiver block and masts, and a third for the accommodation camp. At least five anti-aircraft pillboxes surrounded the installation.
Some photos I took with the drone;
A video of the Forfar transmitter close to the remains of RAF Douglas Wood.
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Balintore Castle
I can’t quite recall how I first came across the ruins of Balintore Castle, but I’m glad I did. When I visited for the first time, sometime around 2017, it was in a pretty rough state, still early in its restoration journey.
I won’t go into too much detail about the castle’s history, most of which I’ve gathered from other sources, but here’s the short version: it was originally built in the mid-19th century by a Member of Parliament named David Lyon, who used it as a sporting lodge. Over the years, it fell into disrepair, plagued by dry rot, and was eventually abandoned in the 1960s.
After many attempts, David Johnston finally managed to take ownership of the castle and has been restoring it ever since. His dedication, and that of the many people who’ve helped along the way, is truly inspiring.
Below are some of the photos and videos I took during my last visit with the drone:
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