About half a mile west of Lumphanan lies the Peel Ring. An impressive Motte (moat) and Bailey Earthwork Castle dating back to the 12th Century. There was a causeway built, leading into the castle, which was unknown to the enemy. The moat around the castle prevented the enemy from getting in. Records show that King Edward I of England visited it in 1296. The owner built the manor, which was occupied until 1782. A coin was found some years ago by archaeologists from Glasgow University which belonged to Edward I. No trace of the house remains today but the Peel Ring is maintained as a local monument.