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2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Balmoral_CastleBalmoral Castle - Wikipedia

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   Balmoral Castle ( / bælˈmɒrəl /) is a large estate house in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, and a residence of the British royal family. It is near the village of Crathie, 9 miles (14 km) west of Ballater and 50 miles (80 km) west of Aberdeen .

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   Welcome to Balmoral Castle & Estate. Balmoral Castle has been the Scottish home of the Royal Family since it was purchased for Queen Victoria by Prince Albert in 1852, having been first leased in 1848.

4. www.visitscotland.com › balmoral-castle-p2996191Balmoral Castle, Ballater – Castles | VisitScotland

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   Balmoral Castle is the Scottish holiday home to the Royal Family. The grounds are now open to the public on specific dates over the winter months- please check the website for opening days and times. Admission is currently free of charge.

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6. www.townandcountrymag.com › society › traditionHow to Visit Balmoral Castle, the Royal Family's Scottish Estate

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   Apr 3, 2024 · For the first time since Balmoral Castle has been under British royal family ownership, it will be open to the public.

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7. www.historyhit.com › locations › balmoral-castleBalmoral Castle - History and Facts | History Hit

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   Mar 12, 2021 · Balmoral Castle has been the official Highlands home of the British royal family since the reign of Queen Victoria, and today welcomes visitors to view some of its eminent history first-hand.

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   May 15, 2024 · Balmoral Castle, private residence of the British sovereign, on the right bank of the River Dee, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, at 926 feet (282 metres) above sea level. After its acquisition (1852) by Albert, the prince consort (husband of Queen Victoria), the small castle then on the land was replaced.

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   Where is Balmoral Castle?

   • It is near the village of Crathie, 9 miles (14 km) west of Ballater and 50 miles (80 km) west of Aberdeen . The estate and its original castle were bought from the Farquharson family in 1852 by Prince Albert, the husband of Queen Victoria. Soon afterwards the house was found to be too small and the current Balmoral Castle was commissioned.

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   Is Balmoral Castle free?

   • Admission is currently free of charge. Balmoral Castle has been the Scottish home of the Royal Family since it was purchased for Queen Victoria by Prince Albert in 1852, having been first leased in 1848. Enjoy a relaxing visit to the grounds at Balmoral.

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   Why should you visit Balmoral Castle?

   • Balmoral Castle has been the Scottish home of the Royal Family since it was purchased for Queen Victoria by Prince Albert in 1852, having been first leased in 1848. Enjoy a relaxing visit to the grounds at Balmoral. After your tour you can visit the Mews Gift Shop, where you will find a wide range of gifts, both Scottish and Royal.

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   How many buildings are in Balmoral Castle?

   • There are approximately 150 buildings on the estate, : 35 including Birkhall, formerly home to Elizabeth the Queen Mother. Craigowan Lodge is regularly used by the family and friends of the royal family and has also been used while Balmoral Castle was being prepared for a royal visit.

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   Who built Balmoral Castle?

   • The estate and its original castle were bought from the Farquharson family in 1852 by Prince Albert, the husband of Queen Victoria. Soon afterwards the house was found to be too small and the current Balmoral Castle was commissioned. The architect was William Smith of Aberdeen, and his designs were amended by Prince Albert.

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   What is the Balmoral estate?

   • The Balmoral Estate has been added to by successive members of the royal family, and now covers an area of 21,725 hectares (53,684 acres) of land. It is a working estate, including grouse moors, forestry and farmland, as well as managed herds of deer, Highland cattle, sheep and ponies.

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10. www.visitscotland.com › info › see-doBalmoral Castle, Ballater – Castles | VisitScotland

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    Discover more details about Balmoral Castle including opening times, photos and more. Balmoral Castle is the Scottish holiday home to the Royal Family and this year the grounds, gardens, exhibitions, gift shops and coffee shop are open to the Public on a daily basis.