glamis castle

2009 e Vents c alenDaR
Easter at Glamis
12th April
Strathmore Highland Games
14th June
Scottish Transport Extravaganza
Outdoor Picnic Play – e Wind in the Willows
16th July
Homecoming Stewart Family Trail
25th July
A Grand Scottish Prom
8th August
Homecoming Stewart Family Trail
e ating – we like to give a Scottish flavour
to our food so that’s why we choose the best
fresh, local produce available. Select from a
host of tempting treats, from freshly made
pancakes, scones and cakes to a range of
speciality hot meals. All served in the atmospheric
surroundings of the Victorian Kitchen Restaurant.
s Hopping – if unusual gifts, luxury goods or quirky
souvenirs is what you like then we’ve got the shop for
you. Select from the great lines of art, craft, clothing
and books, or from the Spirit of Glamis range for
that special memento of your visit.
Vip touRs
Want to celebrate a special occasion – maybe a family
birthday, an anniversary or just a friendly get-together?
Let us arrange a VIP visit for you. is includes being
welcomed at the front door of the castle, the option of
having a private tea/coffee/shortbread reception in the
exclusive 16th Century Kitchens, your own personal
tour guide, and other special privileges. Prices start from
£12.80 per person based on minimum number of 10
people. For bookings, email [email protected]
or call 01307 840393.
www.glamis-castle.co.uk
11th & 12th July
28th August
Scotland’s Countryside Festival
5th & 6th September
Halloween at Glamis
30th & 31st October
Winter at Glamis
un castello fiabesco e
ricco di leggende e una
delle dimore storiche più
affascinanti della scozia. È la casa
di famiglia dei conti di strathmore
ed è residenza reale sin dal 1372.
in questo castello sua maestà la
Regina elisabetta (Regina madre)
ha trascorso gli anni della sua
infanzia.e non solo. glamis è il
leggendario castello dove
shakespeare ambientò il suo
famoso ‘macbeth’. Vi attende un
caloroso benvenuto.
(events throughout Nov – Dec)
Become a FRienD oF glamis
Being a Friend of Glamis means you can visit as many
times as you like throughout the year. is is a great
way to enjoy the castle and gardens all year round and
it saves you paying each time you want to bring your
own visitors! Other benefits include discount in shops,
restaurant and at other local attractions as well as
receiving special invitations to Friends-only events.
Join or enquire on your first visit.
un château de legendes et
contes des fées. c’est l’un
des château les plus
charmants de l’ecosse. Residence
familiale des comtes de
strathmore et Résidence Royale
depuis 1372. ici sa majestée la
Reine mère a passé ses années
d’enfance. c’est le cadre légendaire
de macbeth de shakespeare. un
accueil chalereux vous attend.
ein schloss voller
legenden und märchen
und eines der
eindruckvollsten schlösser
schottlands. Heim der Familie der
grafen von strathmore und ein
königlicher wohnort seit 1372.
Kindheitsheim von elizabeth der
Königin mutter und schauplatz
von shakespeares macbeth.
ein herzliches willkommen
erwartet sie!
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angus
How
to get to
glamis
By Road
from Edinburgh
M90, A94 - 68 miles
from Glasgow
M80, M9, A9, A94 - 84 miles
from Aberdeen
A90, A94 - 55 miles
By Rail
Dundee Station - 12 miles
By Bus
Regular service from
Seagate Bus Station, Dundee
By air
Dundee Airport - 12 miles
Facilities FoR
tHe
DisaBleD
A tour of the castle may not be possible
because of the many steps and stairs but
access to the shop, exhibition, restaurant
and gardens is possible.
2009 o pening t imes
14th March - end December
March – October 10am – 6pm
Last Tour: As advertised
November – December: 10.30am – 4.30pm
Last Tour: As advertised
For further information, contact:
Visi t …
Blair Castle, Glamis Castle, Scone Palace,
The Famous Grouse Experience and Bell’s Blair Athol Distillery
Save up to 25% on adult admission with this joint ticket.
Great Scotland
este castillo lleno de
historias y leyendas, es
una de las mansions mas
fascinantes de toda escocia. casa
de los contes de strathmore,
residencia real desde 1372, aquí
pasó la Reina madre elizabeth, sus
años de infancia. sus habitaciones
albergaron escenas del macbeth de
shakespeare. les damos a ustedes
una calorosa bienvenida.
e Castle Office
Glamis, Angus DD8 1RJ
T: 01307 840393
F: 01307 840733
E: [email protected]
W: www.glamis-castle.co.uk
www.glamis-castle.co.uk
G UIDED TOURS , N ATURE WALKS , H IGHLAND C ATTLE ,
G ARDENS , EVENTS , C HILDREN ’ S ACTIVITIES
www.glamis-castle.co.uk
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Welcome
Did you know that Glamis
Castle is reputedly one of
the most haunted castles in
Scotland? You’ll discover why
when you hear the legendary
tales of two Lords, a Lady
and a Pageboy....
glamis castle is a living,
breathing monument to
traditional Scottish
hospitality; a place of enjoyment,
laughter, reflection and wonder for all.
As the family home of the Earls of
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Your first glimpse of the castle is from the top of a mile-
ere’s something very tranquil about the gardens and
Glamis is a great place for kids. Open countryside,
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Family
Strathmore it still has that congenial
long drive and what you see is a majestic building set
grounds here. With a mix of formal and informal areas
highland cattle, an adventure play park and a castle
against the backdrop of the Angus Glens. You know you
you are free to roam at leisure. Wildlife conservation is a
to inspire the likes of Disney!
atmosphere and its unique setting and
are approaching a special place. Glamis is the childhood
key feature of our work so look out for some of the rare
sense of history remains unrivalled.
home of HM Queen Elizabeth e Queen Mother, the
Children love to hear the story of the card players
butterflies and bees that grace the gardens in the summer.
meeting with the Devil and one of the many exciting
Glamis embraces all who visit and leaves
birthplace of HRH e Princess Margaret and the setting
Furthermore, Glamis is one of the few remaining places in
for Shakespeare’s ‘Macbeth’. Our guides put the personal
things to do after the tour is to find the ‘Secret Room’
Scotland where red squirrels can be seen so keep an eye out
touch to the tours, as they share with you the many
where it all happened.
for them during your visit.
most with a collection of wonderful
memories that will last a lifetime. We
look forward to welcoming you in 2009.
Outside, the adventure park is the ideal place to burn
fascinating stories and legendary tales that make up the
off energy and little ones find the Willow Tunnel an
castle’s rich history.
irresistible attraction. With lots of picnic benches
nearby you can relax whilst your children run
around having fun.
(Shakespeare, “Macbeth”)