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Haddo House is unusual for Aberdeenshire in that it is not a castle - yet it is one of the most beautiful stately homes open to the public in Scotland. It has been home to the Gordons of Methlick and to Earls and Marquesses of Aberdeen since it was built in 1732. Visitors follow in distinguished footsteps. In the 19th century, Haddo was home to Britain's Prime Minister, Lord Aberdeen, and it has played host to many royal visitors, great politicians and musical celebrities.
The house was designed by the famous Scottish architect William Adam. Its exterior is a fine example of Georgian elegance and its sumptuous late Victorian interiors, by Wright and Mansfield of London, are no less impressive and still largely intact. Haddo boasts an extensive art collection, including a series of 150 castles by James Giles. Other works illustrate the family's fascinating political history.
Visit the old stables where you will find the shop, which sells an excellent range of gifts. The period tearoom serves delicious home baking.
Don't leave without visiting the delightful terrace garden with geometric rosebeds and fountain, a lavish herbaceous border and secluded glades and knolls. A magnificent avenue of lime trees leads to adjacent Haddo Country Park with its lakes, monuments, walks and wildlife.
Additional Information.
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Opening Times
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(2011 times)
House:Guided tours only, leaving at 11.30am, 1.30pm and 3.30pm on each of the following days: 22nd April - 30th June, Mon, Fri, Sat & Sun 1st July - 31st August, daily 1st September - 23rd October, Mon, Fri, Sat & Sun To pre-book a guided tour call 0844 493 2179 or book in the NTS shop Tearoom: 1st January - 3rd April, Sat & Sun, 11am - 4pm (last orders 3.30pm) 4th April - 17th April, daily, 11am - 5pm (last orders 4.30pm) 18th April - 31st May, Fri - Mon, 11am - 5pm (last orders 4.30pm) 1st June - 31st August, daily, 11am - 5pm (last orders 4.30pm) 1st September - 23rd Oct, Fri - Mon, 11am - 5pm (last orders 4.30pm) 24th Oct - 1st April 2011, Sat & Sun, 11am-4pm (last orders 3.30pm) Shop: 4th April - 17th April, daily, 11am - 4.30pm 18th April - 31st May, Friday - Monday, 11am - 4.30pm 1st June - 31st August, daily, 11am - 4.30pm 1st September - 23rd October, Friday - Monday, 11am - 4.30pm 24th October - 6th November, Saturday & Sunday, 11am - 4.30pm Garden: All year, daily, 9am - sunset |
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Admission Charges
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(2011 prices)
Adult £9.00; Concession £6.50; Family (2 adults + up to 4 children) £22.00; Family (1 adult + up to 4 children) £16.50. Members free Pre-booked party rates (including school parties) on request |
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Directions
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| Off B999, near Tarves, 19m north of Aberdeen. |
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Haddo House Postcode for SatNav: AB41 7EQ |
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Nearby Attractions
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Fyvie Castle
(7 Miles)*
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Pitmedden Garden
(12 Miles)*
A visit here offers an experience as rich in history as any country house or castle. The Garden was originally laid out in 1675 by Pitmedden's first baronet, Sir Alexander Seton, and was re-created by the NTS in the 1950s. |
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Archeolink Prehistory Park
(13 Miles)*
Archeolink is a multi award winning living history park and visitor attraction, with a central focus on education, participation and fun. |
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