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Photo: Craig Wallace, CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons
The original Leod was an 11th-century Norse Earl but the tower house is probably 15th century. It's now the home of the Earl of Cromartie, Chief of Clan Mackenzie. It's the inspiration for Diana Gabaldon's "Outlander" series of books. Impressive trees in the castle grounds include a Giant Sequoia and an ancient Spanish Chestnut.
Castle Leod is the seat of the Clan Mackenzie. It is a category A listed building, and the grounds are listed in the Inventory of Gardens and Designed Landscapes of Scotland, the national listing of significant gardens. It is located near Strathpeffer in the east of Ross-shire in the Scottish Highlands.
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Explores the history of highland childhood through audio-visual displays, childhood treasures, and a doll and toy collection.
Historic venue, refurbished in 2004, hosting a variety of live music and other events.