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 Shakespeare’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 HRH Princess 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.
Our events calendar
Arbikie Whisky Experience & Glamis Castle Guided Tour
Enjoy a unique day out when experiencing a whisky tasting at Arbikie Distillery and a guided tour of…
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Gin Bothy Experience & Glamis Castle Guided Tour
Enjoy a day out in the historic village of Glamis with a Tasting at the Gin Bothy Experience and a…
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Ghouls and Gore at Glamis Castle
Prepare to be scared this October as our popular Halloween event returns.
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Pumpkin Patch Fun
Come on down to our pumpkin patch this Halloween for some spooktacular activities!
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Pumpkin Patch Fun
Come on down to our pumpkin patch this Halloween for some spooktacular activities!
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Pumpkin Patch Fun
Come on down to our pumpkin patch this Halloween for some spooktacular activities!
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Midnight in New Orleans Jazz Concert
An unforgettable evening of authentic early jazz, performed in the Drawing Room of Glamis Castle on…
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Christmas Shopping Events
Pick up some extra special Christmas gifts at our festive shopping events.
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Experience the magic of Christmas at Glamis Castle with a wonderful programme of festive events for all to enjoy 🎄✨
🎁 Christmas Shopping Events
🗓️ 25 Nov, 2 Dec, 9 Dec | 12pm – 7.30pm
Discover the magic of Christmas at our beautifully curated Pavilion Gift Shop, brimming with unique gifts, festive decorations, and seasonal delights. Enjoy an exclusive 20% discount on items throughout the shop.
Make an evening of it and stop by the historic Castle Kitchen Restaurant for afternoon tea between 1pm and 4pm.
Admission to the Pavilion Gift Shop is free.
🕯️Festive Table Top Craft Market
🗓️28 Nov | 10am – 3.30pm
Step into the festive season at our indoor table top Christmas Craft Market, where up to 15 specially selected local crafters and makers will come together to showcase their finest creations. It’s the perfect place to source bespoke, handcrafted gifts or simply get ahead with your Christmas shopping.
🎀Festive Wreath Making Workshop
🗓️29 Nov 10am – 12.30pm | 6 Dec 2pm – 4.30pm
Enjoy a few hours of festive creativity in this historic setting and make something special to take home.
No previous experience is necessary. All materials are provided, alongside tea, coffee and biscuits on arrival
🏃🏻♂️➡️Festive Trail Runs
🗓️6 Dec | From 9am
Join us for a festive trail adventure through the beautiful gardens and grounds of Glamis Castle. With 1, 5 and 10-mile distances to choose from, there’s something for all ages and abilities – and four-legged friends are welcome too!
🍽️Festive Dining
🗓️3 – 20 Dec | 12pm – 2.30pm
Gather with family, friends or colleagues and enjoy a festive two or three-course lunch in the welcoming surroundings of our Castle Kitchen Restaurant.
🎅🏻Breakfast (24 Dec) & Afternoon Tea (13 & 20 Dec) with Santa. Last tickets remaining!
Settle in for a traditional Scottish breakfast as you meet Santa in the Castle Kitchen Restaurant, or indulge in a festive afternoon tea before making your way to meet him in his enchanting grotto.
Tag or share this with someone you’d love to bring along to celebrate the festive season at Glamis Castle! ✨
🔗For more information and booking, visit the link in our profile.
Step inside the Drawing Room at Glamis Castle for an unforgettable evening of early jazz 🎺
Making their Scottish debut, the exceptional Mike Davis Quartet brings together musicians from New York, Buenos Aires and Edinburgh, performing the sounds of New Orleans, Chicago and Harlem.
Expect hot ensemble playing, virtuosic solos, stories and spontaneous improvisation, all in one of Glamis Castle’s most atmospheric rooms.
📍 Drawing Room, Glamis Castle
📅 14 November | Doors open 6.45pm | Performance 7.30pm
🎟️ Tickets £40
🔗 Secure your tickets for this special evening via the link in our profile.
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A glimpse at some of the royal treasures preserved at Glamis, the childhood home of HM Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother 👑
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As summer gives way to autumn, the gardens at Glamis begin to reveal a new palette of colour, texture and seasonal beauty 🍁🍂
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Step inside the historic rooms of Glamis Castle after dark, where haunting tales, eerie encounters and heart-stopping jump scares await around every corner 👻
Hear familiar tales alongside lesser-known legends, with spine-tingling stories surrounding figures including Jack the Ripper and Mary, Queen of Scots.
📅 Ghouls & Gore at Glamis: 23rd, 24th, 25th, 29th, 30th & 31st October 2026
⏱️ Tours last approximately 40 minutes
🎟️ £25 per person
🙋♂️ Recommended for ages 14+. Parental discretion is advised. Guests under 16 must attend with at least one paying adult aged 18 or over.
🔗 Limited availability, book yours today through the link in our profile.
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🎺 Jazz like you’ve never experienced it before
This November, step inside the magnificent Drawing Room of Glamis Castle for an unforgettable evening of authentic early jazz, performed by an exceptional international quartet.
From the sounds of New Orleans, Chicago and Harlem, expect hot ensemble playing, virtuosic solos, spontaneous improvisation and stories from four outstanding musicians.
📍 Glamis Castle — Drawing Room
📅 14 November | Doors open 6.45pm | Performance 7.30pm
🎟️ Tickets £40
🔗Secure your tickets for this special evening via the link on our profile.
@mikedavisjazz @lucasferrarijazz @fernandomontardit
@roygpercy @speakeasy_sounds
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Are you brave enough to join us this year?👀
Step inside the historic walls of Glamis Castle after dark for a spine-chilling journey through its majestic rooms. Hear familiar tales and lesser-known legends from history, including the gripping stories surrounding figures such as Jack the Ripper and Mary, Queen of Scots. Brought to life with live actors, eerie encounters, atmospheric effects and unexpected scares along the way 👻
📅 23rd, 24th, 25th, 29th, 30th & 31st October 2026
⏱️ Tours last approximately 40 minutes
🎟️ £25 per person
🙋♂️ Recommended for ages 14+. Parental discretion is advised. Guests under 16 must attend with at least one paying adult aged 18 or over.
🔗 Limited availability, book yours today through the link in our profile.
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On this day in 1903, the 13th Earl of Strathmore and Kinghorne, Claude Bowes Lyon, and Countess Frances Dora marked fifty years of marriage with a series of celebrations at Glamis Castle 💍✨
Pictured in this beautifully preserved album page are the Earl and Countess, alongside a photograph of their three-year-old granddaughter, Elizabeth Bowes Lyon, later HM Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother.
As recorded in the 13th Earl’s diary, on 30 September, around 700 guests gathered for a garden party at Glamis, followed by a Cinematograph screening, supper for 800 guests and dancing into the early hours. The celebrations continued over the following days with a dinner for 200 employees and, on 2 October, a special celebration for the local community, with tea, sports and a conjurer for 571 children from five local schools, culminating in fireworks watched by around 2,000 people.
The fireworks would become a lasting childhood memory for Elizabeth. William Shawcross records in his biography of The Queen Mother that one of her earliest memories was sitting on her grandfather’s knee and watching the fireworks at Glamis during the Golden Wedding celebrations of 1903 💙
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Looking for a creative way to get into the Christmas spirit and spend quality time with family or friends? ✨
Join us for a festive wreath-making workshop as the castle is dressed for the most magical time of year. Enjoy a few hours of festive creativity in this historic setting and make something special to take home.
Led by professional florist Helen C Ormiston, you’ll be guided through creating your own Christmas wreath using natural materials, with plenty of opportunity to bring your own style and creativity to the design. No previous experience is needed.
Enjoy a relaxed few hours of festive creativity, with all materials provided and tea, coffee and biscuits to welcome you on arrival.
🌿 Sunday 29 November | 10am–12.30pm
🌿 Sunday 6 December | 2pm–4.30pm
🎟️ £60 per person
🔗Book your tickets today through the link in our profile
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