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Drumlanrig Castle and Country Estate is the family seat of the Duke and Duchess of Buccleuch and Queensberry in Dumfries & Galloway, South West Scotland and was recently awarded 5* status. The Douglas family’s association with Drumlanrig dates back to the 14th Century and the current Castle is a fine example of late 17th Century Renaissance architecture, constructed from the distinctive, local pink sandstone. Drumlanrig is a thriving country estate providing a wealth of exciting experiences which will keep the family and the sportsman thoroughly entertained.
Opening times, admission prices and further visitor information
Drumlanrig Castle
Drumlanrig Castle, with its grand reception rooms and cosy parlours, is home to part of the internationally renowned Buccleuch Art Collection making a tour a must during your visit. Our Tearoom offers a delicious menu of light meals, using the freshest of local produce, snacks, teas, coffees and home-baking, and a souvenir of your visit can be found in the Castle Shop , selling quality gifts and postcards.
The Stableyard houses the Visitor Centre , Scottish Cycle Museum and Stableyard Cafe for light snacks and alfresco eating. And for that extra special something, the Stableyard Studios offer, among other items, an array of home produced gifts.
Drumlanrig Country Estate
The Country Estate at Drumlanrig Castle caters for the outdoor enthusiast with many exhilarating kilometres of waymarked paths , cycle tracks and off-road mountain bike trails – something for everyone. Landrover tours can also be taken in the company of our experienced Rangers to enjoy the wider estate within the Nith valley with its diverse and stunning landscapes and wildlife . Bike Hire is also available here and our fabulous Adventure Playground will keep the kids happy for hours.
Drumlanrig Castle and Country Estate are committed to caring for the environment and are thrilled to have received a Silver Award for Green Tourism .
Drumlanrig Castle Gardens
Approximately 40 acres, the Gardens at Drumlanrig Castle are impressive with some of the designs dating back to the early 17th and 18th Centuries. Modern day additions range from the sprawling Woodland Garden to the beautiful Rhododendron Collection.
Events
Drumlanrig offers a spectacular array of Events throughout the open season including open-air theatre performances, Ranger-led activities and bank holiday extravagansas to name but a few. Not to mention, of course, the fabulous Galloway Country Fair which we are hosting for the first time in 2011.
Country Sports
On the wider Queensberry Estate, world class Field Sports are available from Buccleuch Sportings along with excellent Fishing opportunities. We have four private Salmon and Sea Trout beats on the River Nith, Trout fishing in our seven beautiful, distinctive lochs and popular coarse fishing in two lochs.
For further details of our Country Sports contact Buccleuch Sportings on 01848 600415, email sporting@buccleuch.com , or visit our dedicated Buccleuch Sporting website, www.buccleuchsporting.com .
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