Angus

Places of Interest

Glamis Castle

Glamis Castle

Located near Glamis village in the Angus countryside, this turreted castle is the legendary setting for Shakespeare's Macbeth. Visitors can explore lavish state rooms, royal connections, and art collections via guided tours. The experience is completed by strolling through formal Italian gardens, a walled kitchen garden, and expansive grounds featuring woodland paths and a nature trail.

Standing tall over the Angus countryside near Glamis village, this turreted castle has been the family seat of the Earls of Strathmore and Kinghorne since 1372. Its iconic silhouette of towers has evolved over six centuries, and it holds a special royal connection as the childhood home of the Queen Mother and the birthplace of Princess Margaret in 1930. It is also well-known as the legendary setting for Shakespeare's Macbeth.

Inside, guests can explore lavish state rooms featuring ornate ceilings, the castle chapel, and an impressive collection of art, porcelain, and heirlooms. Guided tours bring the history to life, sharing stories of royalty, ghosts, and secret rooms. Outside, you can wander through formal Italian gardens, a walled kitchen garden, and sprawling grounds complete with woodland paths and a nature trail.

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