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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.
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17th-century Flemish tapestries and portraits of the Stuart kings and queens can be seen in the Palace

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Opening times

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

Shop: 1 Mar to 31 Oct, Mon-Sat 11-5; Sun 1-5; 1 Nov to 23 Dec, Mon-Sat 11-4; Sun 1-4; 3 Jan to 28 Feb 2013, 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

Tel. 0844 493 2186

Tuesday 5 June
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.

Tel: 0844 493 2186

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