Glamis Castle

Estates Office
Glamis
Forfar
Angus
DD8 1RJ

Tel: +44 (0)1307 840 393
Fax: +44 (0)1307 840 733
Email: enquiries@glamis-castle.co.uk
Web: http://www.glamis-castle.co.uk


A Family Home

Glamis Castle is the family home of the Earls of Strathmore and Kinghorne and has been a royal residence since 1372.

It was the childhood home of HM Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother, the birthplace of Her Royal Highness The Princess Margaret and the legendary setting of Shakespeare's play "Macbeth". Though the Castle is open to visitors it remains a family home, lived in and loved by the Strathmore family.

The Park, Garden & Nature Trail

The Park, landscaped towards the end of the 18th century, contains the Italian Garden - two acres enclosed within high Yew Hedges and a Nature Trail amongst the magnificent Douglas Firs and hardwood trees. Here visitors can enjoy the peace and tranquillity of Glamis.

There are two shops selling quality gifts, books, collectables, paintings and garden produce. An exhibition in the Old Coach House.

  • Licensed Restaurant seating 96, selling morning coffees, light lunches and afternoon teas
  • Two shops selling good quality gifts, books, small antiques, paintings and garden produce
  • An exhibition in the Old Coach House: "Elizabeth of Glamis"
  • Picnic area, Children's Playground and ample parking close to the Castle for cars and coaches.

    Private Receptions & Events

    The Castle and Grounds are available for functions such as dinners, luncheons, VIP receptions, product launches, gala evenings, balls, highland games and much more. A special events programme is organised annually.

     

    Opening Times
    (2007 times)
    Open Daily 17th March to End December 2007.

    March to October:
    Daily 10.00am to 6.00pm, last admission 4.30pm (usually extended to 5.30pm during July and August).

    November and December:
    Daily 11.00am - 5.00pm.

    Groups welcome outwith these dates by arrangement.

    Admission Charges
    (2007 prices)
    Castle and Grounds:
    Adult £7.50; Senior Citizen/Student £6.30; Child £4.30; Family £21.50.

    Grounds Only:
    Adult £3.70; Senior Citizen/Student £2.70; Child £2.70

    Directions
    By Road: From Edinburgh M90, A94 - 81 miles
    From Glasgow M80 - 101 miles
    From Aberdeen A90, A94 - 55 miles
    By Rail: Dundee Station - 12 miles
    By Air: Dundee Airport - 12 miles.
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