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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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   Jun 30, 2024 · Balmoral Castle has been the British Royal Family's Scottish holiday home since the 19th Century. But it is probably etched on the whole country's mind as the place where we last saw Queen ...

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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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7. www.smithsonianmag.com › smart-news › royal-familyThe Royal Family Is Opening Balmoral Castle to the Public For ...

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   Apr 12, 2024 · This summer, the castle will offer special guided tours “through several of the beautiful rooms within Balmoral Castle,” per the castle’s website. Tickets for the new tours sold out within a ...

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   Sep 7, 2023 · Though Balmoral Castle contains numerous rooms, some are particular standouts. One prime example is the ballroom. With gigantic chandeliers, mounted stag heads, and trefoil designs, it’s a ...

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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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   Why should you visit Balmoral Castle?

   • Balmoral Castle is steeped in Scottish tradition, with numerous nods to its rich royal history. The tour gives the public a glimpse into the more private side of the Royal Family while they holiday here in Aberdeenshire . And it's easy to imagine why this was the place Queen Elizabeth II was said to feel the most at home.

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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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   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.

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   How much does it cost to visit Balmoral Castle?

   • This summer, the castle will offer special guided tours “through several of the beautiful rooms within Balmoral Castle,” per the castle’s website. Tickets for the new tours sold out within a day of being released, reports BBC News. However, those lucky enough to have snagged a spot—starting at £100, or roughly $125—are in for a rare treat.

   The Royal Family Is Opening Balmoral Castle to the Public For the First

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   Where is Balmoral?

   • Balmoral is located off the A93 mid way between Ballater and Braemar. Parking is available in car parks at Crathie, just a short walk from the gates to the Estate. Balmoral is in a rural location, with limited public transport available. The nearest airport and railway stations are in Aberdeen, approximately 50 miles east of Balmoral.

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    Mar 12, 2021 · 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.