Stirling Castle is a well known castle not far Edinburgh and Glasgow. It's definitely on the tourist trail with good reason as it's an incredible site with lots of history. And it was a very important castle in its heyday. Nearby Doune Castle is less important. Yet it still has some intriguing history. And it has ties to a cult movie favorite — Monty Python's Holy Grail. So if you like castles, of all sorts, then tune into this episode to learn more about these 2 amazing — yet very different — castles in central Scotland. Want to chat more about these sites? Then send me an email at [email protected] In this episode: 0:16: Life update 4:17: Intro 5:24: Placing Stirling and Doune on the map 6:31: Stirling Castle History 11:39: Guided Tours & Other Info 14:08: Things to See in the Castle 21:31: The Town of Stirling 22:51: Doune Castle History & Monty Python 32:01: Pricing, Accessibility, & Tour Info 34:45: The Town of Doune 36:12: Blair Drummond Smiddy Farm Shop 38:47: Also in the area 39:47: Wrapping it up 41:44: Announcement Important links: Lowlands of Scotland with Bo Fraser Stirling Castle Doune Castle Woodside Hotel Doune Why You Need to Visit the Impressive Edinburgh Castle Support the showThanks to Callisa Mickle who edits the audio. Follow Wander Your Way: Instagram Facebook Pinterest