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Farm within touching distance of Balmoral Castle thanks 'royal neighbours' for helping hand in success

Ken and Margaret Howie said they diversified their beef farm to accommodate cottages and an activity park

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Ken Howie said he saw an opportunity to diversify an old dilapidated barn into self-let accommodation on Cairnton Farm
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Ken Howie said he saw an opportunity to diversify an old dilapidated barn into self-let accommodation on Cairnton Farm

When you live within a stone's throw away from royalty, there are going to be ample opportunities to boost your farming business. Ken and Margaret Howie's 175 acre Aberdeenshire Cairnton Farm, based...

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