Abandoned castle restored by new owner one room at a time

Balintore Castle was once a magnet for hunting and shooting parties.

It was once a magnet for hunting and shooting parties, but Balintore Castle in Angus was later left to rack and ruin.

18 years after buying the dilapidated Victorian building, owner David Johnston is restoring it, one room at a time.

The Great Hall, once in a state of ruin, has now been transformed to its former glory.

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