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
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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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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Festive Table Top Craft Market
Join us on 28th November for a cosy, creative Christmas shopping experience.
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Festive Wreath Making Workshop
Get into the spirit of Christmas when joining in one of our festive wreath making workshops.
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Christmas Shopping Events
Pick up some extra special Christmas gifts at our festive shopping events.
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Festive Dining
Tuck into traditional festive feast within the historic setting of our Castle Kitchen Restaurant…
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Breakfast with Santa
Enjoy an extra special breakfast at Glamis Castle this festive season.
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Settle in for an evening of live music as Glamis Castle comes alive with the sounds of the season🎶🎄
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.
🎙️ The Hairy Crooner Christmas Concert 13 December | 7.30pm | £17.50 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.
🎷 Festive Jazz Night with Ali Affleck 20 December | 7.30pm | £25 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 ❄️
🔗 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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🎃 Happy Halloween from Glamis Castle! 👻
What a wonderful couple of nights filled with ghostly encounters, spine-tingling stories and frightful fun we`ve had at this year`s Ghouls and Gore tours!
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us, as well as our wonderful volunteers, makeup artist @johanna.m.151 , @greyeventsltd and all our Castle staff, whose creativity, enthusiasm and hard work helped bring this year`s tours to life.
We couldn`t have done it without you! 🖤
And now we`d love to know… which room was your favourite on the tour? Was there one that gave you an extra fright? 👀
Until next Halloween… 👻
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With just 30 days remaining in this year`s visitor season, there`s still time to discover the stories, history and beauty of Glamis Castle 🏰✨
🗓️ Seasonal Hours Update
From Monday 2nd November to Sunday 20th December 2026, the Castle, Gardens and Grounds will move from opening 7 days a week to opening Thursday to Sunday, from 10am to 4.30pm, with guided Castle Tours at set times throughout the day: 10.30am, 12 noon, 1pm, 2pm and 3.30pm.
From Sunday 20th December, Glamis Castle will close for its winter break, with the exception of selected dates for our special events, before reopening next spring 🎄✨🌷
🔗 For more information and bookings, visit the link in our profile.
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Within the Queen Mother’s Apartments, our guide Carol, shares the tale of a young servant boy… 👻
Have you heard this story on a visit to Glamis Castle?
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👻 A door that wouldn’t stay shut… and a rather unexpected solution!
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Join us in the beautiful grounds of Glamis Castle for a day of autumnal family fun, with pumpkins, seasonal treats and a touch of Halloween magic to enjoy together🎃
🗓️31st October |10am–3pm
🎟️£9.50 per adult | £9.50 per child
Tickets include entry to the gardens and grounds.
Child tickets include one pumpkin, a giant marshmallow and an activity bag.
Additional pumpkins can be purchased separately on the day.
🔗Book through the link in our profile.
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A lovely local tradition we’re proud to share with Glamis Primary School! 🎃
Each year, Glamis Castle and the wider Strathmore Estate are delighted to provide pumpkins for the school’s annual pumpkin carving competition, inspiring pupils to get creative and bring their ideas to life.
Judging took place today, with our General Manager, Steven Cumming, taking on the very difficult task of choosing the winners from so many wonderful entries.
🎉 Congratulations to this year’s winners: 🥇 1st place – Rosie 🥈 2nd place – Quinn 🥉 3rd place – Caleb
A huge well done to all the pupils who took part. It was wonderful to see so many imaginative designs and such creativity on display!
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On this day, 30 years ago, Earl Michael’s Bridge at Glamis Castle was officially reopened by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother on 24 October 1996.
Named in honour of Michael, 18th Earl of Strathmore and Kinghorne, the Queen Mother’s great-nephew, the bridge stands as a reminder of his commitment to the care and restoration of Glamis’s historic grounds. From the restoration of the Pinetum and Kitchen Garden to the reconstruction of the bridge itself, his work helped preserve important features of the estate for future generations.
Situated along the northern edge of the Pinetum, the bridge connects the woodland with the Kitchen Garden, spanning the Dean Water below. This small burn drains the Loch of Forfar before continuing on its journey towards the River Tay.
Originally built in 1890, the bridge had fallen into disrepair before being carefully restored, incorporating elements of the earlier structure. Its reopening was a special occasion, bringing The Queen Mother to Glamis, her Scottish childhood home to which she remained so closely connected.
It was a lovely autumn day, with family and members of staff gathered to mark the occasion.
Thirty years on, Earl Michael’s Bridge stands as a lasting testament to the 18th Earl’s contribution to Glamis’s rich history and the enduring commitment to preserving the estate for generations to come 💙
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Have you ever spotted the Secret Chamber`s window from outside? 👀
Check out Part1 of this video so you don`t miss it on your next visit!😉
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