Leslie Castle is the historical seat of Clan Leslie, located just to the west of Auchleven. It was built on the site of a former castle (probably a wooden motte and bailey) around 1661. In the late 1970s restoration of the castle was begun and by the end of the 1980s this was completed. In 1995, a Leslie Clan Gathering was held at Leslie Castle. It is now operated as bed and breakfast accommodation.

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Founded: 1661
Category: Castles and fortifications in United Kingdom

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Alicia Wanless (9 months ago)
Highly recommend this place! The history in how it was restored is worth it alone, but Nicola and her partner offer a very welcoming stay to boot. Well worth supporting and enjoying!
Phil D (11 months ago)
I am of Leslie lineage so it was high on our to do list. It did not disappoint. Nichola and John were wonderful hosts and the castle was fantastic. The evening meal great hall was great and breakfast in the old kitchen was fabulous. Highly recommend!
Sarah Isaac (12 months ago)
What an amazing place and a real treat to stay in a wonderful castle. Great to sleep in a comfortable room with turrets! Nicola was friendly and attentive, sharing some of the history of the place. A good dinner and breakfast rounded off the stay. Recommend for a special occasion.
Amy Christen (13 months ago)
Absolutely perfect and lovely experience. The host, John and Nicola, are amazing and went out of their way to make this a special stay at the Leslie Castle for our family. Highly recommend this experience.
Megan Rose (14 months ago)
Really happy that we came to where my husbands ancestors came from and made the most of it with some dress ups. There may have been a ghost in the turret room blowing air in my sons ear but that’s not confirmed. Ha. Nicola and John were very welcoming and dinner was lovely comfort food. Castle interiors are tired but it was built in 1661 by the Leslie’s so we are just thrilled it has survived and we could stay there. So much maintenance is required for these castles and we are lucky they are still their. Only 40 years ago it was in ruins.
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