Earl of Crawford's body hiding place

Near Garlogie in Aberdeenshire sits a rather macabre piece of Scottish history - the spot where the Earl of Crawford's body was hidden centuries ago. It's not a visitor attraction with signage or facilities, but rather a discreet location that history enthusiasts and locals know about. The story itself is what draws people: a tale of political intrigue, betrayal, and the lengths to which people went to conceal evidence of scandal.

This is for those who actually care about Scottish history beyond the tourist brochure version. You won't find a visitor centre or admission fee - it's a walking location that requires some local knowledge or decent research beforehand. The appeal lies entirely in standing at a real historical spot and imagining the events that unfolded there. If you're the sort who gets a genuine thrill from walking where significant moments happened, it's worth seeking out. If you need interpretation boards and a gift shop, keep walking.

The Aberdeenshire Highlands around Garlogie offer proper countryside walking, and Hillhead Caravan Park sits close enough if you're basing yourself in the area. Combine this with other local historical sites and walking routes to make a day of it rather than treating it as a standalone destination. Allow a couple of hours if you're making a proper expedition to find it and absorb the location. Winter can make access trickier, so spring through autumn is sensible timing.