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Inveraray

View the castle that was the stand-in for “Duneagle” in the Downton Abbey.

Rosslyn

Uncover the myths and legends of mysterious Rosslyn Chapel.

Kincardine

Visit this 70-room castle and its surrounding 3,000-acre estate.

Dumfries

Tour an architectural gem that holds a large collection of Chippendale furniture.

About Great Estates Scotland

This four-part series takes an in-depth look at the workings of some of Scotland's most magnificent country estates through the eyes of the current owners, the ghillies, the gardeners and the housekeepers, not forgetting the paying guests who frequent these stunning country estates. Filmed entirely in Scotland, the show tell the fascinating stories behind these magnificent buildings.

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