Castle Leod | the Seat of Clan Mackenzie

Clan Mackenzie, Strathpeffer – Clans | VisitScotland

For centuries, the chiefs of the Clan Mackenzie ruled their lands from their formidable castle stronghold on the island of Eilean Donan. Today the restored castle, which is reached by a bridge from the mainland, is one of the most …

Clan Mackenzie, their Castle and information.

Clan Mackenzie, their Castle and information. Kenneth MacKenzie and Thomas MacKenzie in 1868. With both men wearing MacKenzie tartan. The socks of Thomas MacKenzie show the clan design of stag’s head and horns. The …

THE LANDS - Clan Mackenzie Initiative

The original Castle was built by Colin Mackenzie, 1 st Earl of Seaforth in 1611, who thus created “one of the most stately houses in Scotland.” Although Brahan was greatly changed by Francis Lord Seaforth at the end of the eighteenth …

Clan Mackenzie | History, Tartan, Crest, and Feuds

Oct 12, 2018 · Friends of the monarchy, Clan Mackenzie was a force to be reckoned with in the north of Scotland. Their allegiance to royalty saw them rewarded with great swathes of territory across Ross-shire, and their …

Clan Mackenzie - Clan Mackenzie Society

Although the Mackenzies’ roots were indeed essentially Celtic when traced in the direct male line, being effectively an offshoot of the ancient Scottish royal family, early intermarriages ensured that they remained part of a highly cosmopolitan …

Clan MacKenzie Castles & Houses

The MacKenzies have owned many castles, and mansions over the centuries, hardly any of which are still in the hands of clanspeople. A list of onetime MacKenzie lairds & branches can be found here. Below is a selection of the …