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Glamis Castle

📍 Angus, Scotland

4.4 ★★★★½ 5,200 reviews

About

Glamis Castle is situated beside the village of Glamis in Angus, Scotland. It is the home of the Earl of Strathmore and Kinghorne, and is open to the public.

Getting There

🚂 Dundee Station
ScotRail from Edinburgh (1 hr 15) or Aberdeen (1 hr 15). Glamis is 12 miles north — taxi needed.
🅿️ Castle Car Park
Free parking in the castle grounds.
🚗 By Car
On the A94 between Dundee and Forfar. Well signed.

Terrain & Accessibility

♿ Ground Floor Accessible🚶 Garden Paths Good💺 Seating Available🏛️ Stairs to Upper Floors

The castle tour involves climbing stairs between floors. Ground floor rooms and the Italian Garden are accessible. The extensive grounds have mostly good paths. Birthplace of Princess Margaret and childhood home of the Queen Mother.

Events & Activities

JUN
28
Glamis Proms
Outdoor classical concert in the castle grounds with fireworks finale.
CONCERT
Tickets from £35
JUL
20
Glamis Vintage Rally
Vintage vehicles, classic tractors, and steam engines in the castle grounds.
SPECIAL
Separate tickets
DEC
1
Glamis Christmas
The castle decorated for Christmas with markets and Santa's grotto.
SEASONAL
Free with admission

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