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   Balmoral Castle (/ b æ l ˈ m ɒr əl /) 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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   Sep 8, 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 in 1853–56 by the modern granite building, designed in Scottish baronial style by a local ...

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   Fly fishing, home of the Queen, holiday cottages, days out in Grampian, great castle estate and holidays in Scotland. 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.

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   Balmoral Castle is the Scottish holiday home to the Royal Family. The grounds, gardens and exhibitions are now open daily, until the 11th August 2024. Admission charges apply. 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.

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   Mar 12, 2021 · Getting to Balmoral Castle. Balmoral Castle is located between Ballater and Braemar, just off the A93. The nearest train station is in Aberdeen, 50 miles from Balmoral, and the 201 Stagecoach service runs to the Balmoral Road End Stop, a 20-minute walk to the entrance. Parking is available by the Estates Office.

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   View THE Scotland Tourist Map CLICK HERE. Address: Balmoral, Ballater, AB35 5TB. Tel: 013397 42534. Operated by: Royal Residences. Opening Hours: 1st April until 2nd August, Daily 10 am to 5 pm (last admission 4 pm) The Grounds, Gift Shop and Cafe will be open 10am - 4pm at various times throughout Sept - Dec. Consult the Balmoral Castle ...

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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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   When is Balmoral Castle open?

   • 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. The grounds at Balmoral will be open to the Public on specific dates during October, November and December.

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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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   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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   Where is Balmoral estate?

   • Balmoral Estate has a very appealing location amongst the magnificent scenery of Royal Deeside and is located about midway between the villages of Braemar and Ballater. It is easy to understand why it became a favourite holiday retreat of the Royal family.

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   Why did Prince Albert buy Balmoral Castle?

   • Its style is considered to be Scottish baronial and Gothic revival. When Prince Albert purchased Balmoral, it was decided that it was too small for the royal family. The prince, Queen Victoria, and their children lived in the castle while a new one was being built. After the project was completed in 1856, the original castle was demolished.

   Inside Balmoral Castle, the Royal Family’s Scottish Retreat

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    Sep 7, 2023 · As is typical of the royal family’s residences, Balmoral is surrounded by picturesque grounds. The estate is situated on 50,000 acres of land, both rugged Scottish landscape and neatly manicured ...