Glamis Castle
The Scottish childhood home of Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother, and a grand, ancient Scottish castle with magnificent interiors.
Forfar, Angus, DD8 1QJ
Facilities
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Accessible loos
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Accessible parking
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Bike storage facilities
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Cafe / restaurant
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Charged parking
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Free parking
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Parkland / open spaces
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Pet friendly
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Picnic area
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Shop
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. Throughout our open season expert guides will lead visitors on their tours. Visit our gardens and grounds flourish in the Summer months, visit our Gift Shop for some inspirational gift ideas and be served scrumptious delights from the Victorian Kitchen Restaurant.
A private tour offers visitors looking for a more unique, personalised tour an unforgettable castle experience. These are available on request. If you would like to find out more please contact our team for further information (Monday-Friday, 9.00am-5.00pm).
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Glamis Castle is open daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with the last entry and tour starting at 4:30 PM. This schedule applies during the open season, which runs from 20th March to 31st October. During the off-season, the Gardens & Grounds remain open with reduced hours and ticket prices.
Visitors can explore the castle through guided tours, which last approximately 50 minutes and include access to the castle, gardens, and grounds. Tickets for the castle tour cost £19.50 for adults, £17.00 for seniors and students, and £11.00 for children aged 5-16. Family tickets are available for £65.00. Gardens & Grounds tickets are also available separately, priced at £9.50 for adults and £6.00 for children during the open season.
Glamis Castle hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including seasonal exhibitions, workshops, and themed days. Notable upcoming events include the Behind the Seams at Glamis Exhibition (20th March - 11th October 2026), the Flower Arranging Workshop on 25th April 2026, and the Strathmore Highland Games on 14th June 2026.
The castle also offers annual memberships through the Friends of Glamis program, providing unlimited access during the open season for £100.00.
Accessibility features include wheelchair access to the Kitchen Restaurant and Coach House exhibition, as well as a disabled restroom in the Pavilion Gift Shop. However, the castle tour involves stairs and uneven surfaces.
For more information, visitors can contact Glamis Castle directly via phone or email.
Free Entry upon presenting cards on arrival. Pre-booking not required. Includes Castle Guided Tour and Access to our gardens & grounds all day until regular closing time. See website for details.
Castle Tour, Garden and Grounds
Adult – £18.50
Concession (60yrs/students) – £16.00
Children (5yrs to 16yrs) – £11.00
Family Tickets (2 adults & 3 Children) – £60.00
Garden & Grounds
Adults – £8.50
Children – £6.00
Glamis Castle welcomes groups. Our season runs from April to October but groups may also be booked by prior arrangement during November, December and March.
Group Rate for 20 people or more per booking.
Castle Tour, Garden and Grounds
Adult Rate @ £14.00 per person
Children’s Rate (5yrs to 16yrs) @ £9.50
Getting here
Forfar, Angus, DD8 1QJ
Glamis Castle is 12 miles north of Dundee and can easily be accessed from the A90. Public transport that serves the surrounding areas of Glamis includes bus, rail and plane, ensuring the Castle is within your reach.
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