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About this property
Experience a day in the life of the Stuart monarchs at Falkland Palace, their country residence for 200 years – and a favourite place of Mary, Queen of Scots. Set in the heart of Falkland conservation village, and surrounded by extensive gardens, this partly restored Renaissance palace is the perfect place to while away an afternoon.

Part of the castle has crumbled, but there’s still plenty to discover inside the surviving sections. The original and reconstructed rooms are packed with 17th-century Flemish tapestries, elaborate painted ceilings and antique furnishings.

The beautiful, tranquil grounds are worth a visit alone. They’re home to the oldest real (or royal) tennis court in Britain, built for King James V, as well as a gardens designed by Percy Cane.

Did you know?

Tradition dictates that a king would use a falcon when hawking, while a queen would use a merlin

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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: 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 2014, 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

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