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 SECOND PERIOD 150 DRUM CASTLE DRUM CASTLE, ABERDEENSHIRE. This ancient and historic castle is pleasantly situated on a rising ground about a mile northwards from the river Dee, and is surrounded with fine old trees. It consists of an ancient keep, to which a mansion was added in 1619- f H FIG. 117.- Drum Castle. Plan of First Floor. The estate of Drum has been in the possession of the family of Irvine from the time of King Robert i., by whom it was bestowed on William cle Irvine in recognition of his faithful services as the King's secretary and armour-bearer. The original charter conveying the property, dated 1st February 1323, is still in the possession of the family, who have always played an important part both in the affairs of the county and the nation.