Owners of castles and tower homes in Scotland have been encouraged to apply for refurbishment funding to help boost tourism. It is thought that by restoring Scotland’s historical houses tourism could be boosted in the economic downturn.

These building could be used as hotels, rented accommodation or some business capacity. Historic Scotland has begun an audit of possible sites.

It is hoped that the project will provide an online database of castles and tower houses which demonstrate the characteristics that would enable a successful scheme for restoration.

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