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About this property
Please note that a Falkland community Diamond Jubilee event will take place in the Palace orchard on Tuesday 5 June and we regret that there will be no public access to the orchard on that day. All other parts of the property will be open as usual.

About Falkland Palace
The Royal Palace of Falkland, built between 1501 and 1541 and set in the heart of a unique medieval village, was the country residence and hunting lodge of eight Stuart monarchs, including Mary, Queen of Scots.

Wandering around the Palace and gardens, it is poignant to reflect that Mary, Queen of Scots spent some of the happiest days of her life here, 'playing the country girl in the woods and parks'.

The Palace is famous for its beautiful gardens and for the Real Tennis court, built in 1539. A world away from Wimbledon, this is Britain's oldest tennis court and is home to a flourishing local royal tennis club.

Did you know?

It houses the oldest Royal Tennis Court in Britain, built for James V in 1539

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Opening times

Palace and Garden:
1 Mar to 31 Oct, Mon-Sat 11-5, Sun 1-5.(last admission 4.30)

Shop:
5 Jan to 28 Feb, Mon-Sat 11-3
1 Mar to 31 Oct, Mon-Sat 11-5; Sun 1-5
1 Nov to 23 Dec, Mon-Sat 11-4; Sun 1-4

Visits outside these times for pre-booked groups by arrangement with the property. Groups must book in advance.

Click here to see admission prices