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Pick up some extra special Christmas gift offers at one of our festive shopping events.

Date: 25th November, 2nd & 9th December
Time: 12 noon - 7.30pm

Celebrating over 650 extraordinary years

Step through the gates of Glamis for a journey into history dating back to 1372.

Opening Hours

2nd November โ€“ 20th December: Open Thursday to Sunday from 10am (Last entry and tour is 3pm)

How to find Glamis Castle

How to Find Us

Glamis Castle
Angus
DD8 1QJ

Trip Advisor Travellers Choice Award 2025 Green Tourism Silver Award Scottish Tourist Board Award Dog Friendly Angus & Dundee Partner Garden

An adventure awaits

Come and explore our majestic castle and gardens. Marvel at the splendour within the castle walls and immerse yourself in six centuries of stories. Breathe in our spectacular gardens and be wowed by the Douglas firs soaring towards the skies.

Over 650 years of historic stories

Found in the very heart of Angus in Scotland, Glamis Castle has been the ancestral seat to the Earls of Strathmore and Kinghorne since 1372. Once the inspiration for William Shakespeareโ€™s Macbeth, Glamis is renowned for its rich history and famous visitors, from Mary, Queen of Scots to James V.

Glamis Castle was the childhood home of HM Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother. Her younger daughter, HRH Princess Margaret, was born here and was also frequent visitor during her childhood, alongside her elder sister HRHย Princessย Elizabeth.

From the warm welcome from our staff and amazing food in our Castle Kitchen Restaurant to the breathtaking tours, walks in the gardens and to the beautiful gifts in our Pavillion Gift Shop, Glamis Castle has something for everyone.
Steven CummingGeneral Manager, Glamis Castle

Our events calendar

These charming embroidery designs continue to inspire today ๐Ÿชก๐Ÿ’™ In collaboration with The Crewel Work Company, some of the delightful animal figures found in our historic wall hangings have been brought to life in the Glamis Animals embroidery collection.

For those who enjoy the art of needlework, the collection offers the opportunity to recreate these intricate designs and bring a little piece of Glamis's heritage into your own home.

Discover the Glamis Animals full collection and find a new project for the season ahead on the @crewelworkco website.

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A delightful festive afternoon of shopping and indulgence awaits at Glamis Castle!๐ŸŽ„โœจ

Gather your friends and enjoy a leisurely browse around our beautifully curated Pavilion Gift Shop, filled with Christmas inspiration, unique gifts and seasonal delights.

Enjoy 20% off everything in the shop, including @strathmorewoollenco and @theloftglamiscastle , exclusively on our Christmas Shopping Event dates.

Plus, discover a little something extra at each event:
๐Ÿฅƒ 25th November โ€“ @tayportdistillery tasting (1pmโ€“4pm).
๐Ÿพ 2nd December โ€“ Meet volunteers from @guidedogsscot (12 noonโ€“4.30pm).
๐Ÿช 9th December โ€“ @walkersshortbread tasting (1pmโ€“4pm).

With the magic of Glamis Castle as your backdrop, it's the perfect opportunity to catch up with friends, get ahead with your Christmas shopping and enjoy a little festive indulgence with an Afternoon Tea before the busy season begins.

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 25 Nov, 2 Dec, 9 Dec | 12pm - 7.30pm
๐ŸŽ Free entry โ€“ no booking required for the shop.
๐Ÿฐ Afternoon Tea | ยฃ32.50 per person | 1pmโ€“4pm | Pre-booking essential via the link in our profile under 'Events'.

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A closer look at Glamis Castleโ€™s Victorian Dining Room โœจ

From the beautifully carved oak panelling adorned with heraldic shields and stained glass windows tracing the evolution of the Strathmore coat of arms, to the ornate plaster ceiling and portraits of generations of the Strathmore family, every detail offers a glimpse into the history and heritage of those who have called Glamis home.

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Honouring the courage, sacrifice, and memory of those who served. Lest we forget.
This is your sign to plan a visit to Glamis Castle before autumn slips away ๐Ÿ‚

Take a moment to slow down and wander through our gardens and grounds, surrounded by the colours of the season. Enjoy the peaceful sights of the estate, from our grazing cattle to our much-loved Highland cows.

Don't miss the chance to enjoy Glamis in its autumn splendour. We look forward to welcoming you! ๐Ÿ’™

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Step into the festive season at one of Scotlandโ€™s most enchanting castles ๐Ÿฐ๐ŸŽ„โœจ

Get ahead with your Christmas shopping at our Festive Shopping Events, where you can enjoy 20% off everything in our Pavilion Gift Shop, including @strathmorewoollenco and @theloftglamiscastle. With special tastings and experiences taking place at each event, there's even more reason to join us!

If you fancy embracing the outdoors, our Festive Trail Runs offer a wonderful opportunity to explore the gardens and grounds, with distances to suit all ages and abilities.

For a more leisurely celebration, gather family, friends or colleagues for a festive lunch, or bring the little ones along for a traditional Scottish breakfast with Santa, a lovely way to make magical Christmas memories together.

We look forward to sharing the festive season with you!

๐Ÿ”— For dates, details and booking information, visit the link in our profile.

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Discover the story behind this unsettling 16th-century object with our tour guide Simon ๐Ÿฐ

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Settle in for an evening of live music as Glamis Castle comes alive with the sounds of the season๐ŸŽถ๐ŸŽ„

This December, the Castle Kitchen Restaurant will host two special musical evenings, each offering its own distinctive style and a selection of much-loved festive favourites.

๐ŸŽ™๏ธ The Hairy Crooner Christmas Concert 13 December | 7.30pm | ยฃ17.50 per person
Inspired by the timeless sounds of swing and the legendary voices of Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole and Dean Martin, enjoy an evening of smooth vocals, swing classics, heartfelt ballads, and much-loved Christmas songs.

๐ŸŽท Festive Jazz Night with Ali Affleck 20 December | 7.30pm | ยฃ25 per person
Award-winning vocalist Ali Affleck will perform an evening of classic jazz and festive favourites, accompanied by Campbell Normand on piano and Roy Percy on double bass.

An evening of seasonal charm awaits โ„๏ธ

๐Ÿ”— Discover more and book your tickets via the link in our profile. 

We look forward to welcoming you to Glamis this Christmas.

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