Glamis Castle puts sustainability first with launch of first online exhibition

Glamis Castle has launched its inaugural online exhibition, Sustaining Glamis Castle which acts as a digital showcase to celebrate the castle's rich heritage while highlighting its steadfast commitment to sustainability and community over the centuries.

Dating back to 1372, Glamis Castle has long been the heart of a thriving rural estate. From its inception, the castle has embraced self-sufficiency, with a legacy of growing fruits and vegetables in its kitchen garden, managing game, farming, and forestry on the estate.

Dedicated staff and tradespeople have been integral in sustaining the castle’s residents throughout the ages, ranging from servants, cooks, and gardeners to gamekeepers, foresters, local farmers, and merchants.

The Sustaining Glamis Castle exhibition brings together all the elements involved in preserving this historic landmark and its estate, emphasising not only survival but also the enhancement of quality of life, environmental stewardship, and conservation efforts.

“These digital innovations represent a significant step forward in our ongoing efforts to share the legacy and ethos of Glamis Castle with a global audience,” said Steven Cummings, General Manager of Glamis Castle. “By embracing technology, we can ensure that the spirit of sustainability and community that defines Glamis Castle continues to resonate for generations to come.”

As well as opening up to a global audience online, the exhibition will be available to view in person from March 16 within Glamis Castle’s Coach House exhibition space where visitors can get up close to the historical artefacts.

This treasure trove of information and exhibits includes 17th-century medicinal and culinary recipes, cellar books, game books, lists of ancient trees, tradespeople’s accounts, and authentic 18th-century clothing.

In addition to the exhibition, Glamis Castle is pleased to offer immersive experiences for visitors throughout the 2024 open season, including a “Afternoon in the Archives” event on April 9^th and a series of Easter-themed activities, including a Fairy Trail, Easter Egg Hunt, Go Potty workshops, and fairy and elf craft sessions commencing on 29^th March.

Steven continues: “We are expecting a particularly busy season at Glamis Castle in 2024, with pre-arranged coach bookings returning to pre Covid levels which is hugely encouraging. We look forward to welcoming all of our visitors and educating them on the wonderful history of Glamis when we open on March 16.”

For more information and to explore the “Sustaining Glamis Castle” online exhibition, click here.