About the property

The only Royal Palace in the care of the National Trust for Scotland, Falkland Palace is an impressive Renaissance building set in the heart of the town at the foot of the Lomond Hills. Built by James IV and James V between 1450 and 1541 the Palace was a country residence of the Stuart monarchs of Scotland for over 200 years.

Things to see

The Gatehouse / The Chapel Royal / The Tapestry Gallery / The Gardens & Orchard / Gift Shop & Plant sales

Opening times

Palace & Garden: 1 March to 31 Oct, Mon-Sat 10-5, Sun 1-5.
Gift Shop: 1 March to 31 Oct, Mon-Sat 10-5, Sun 1-5; 1 Nov to 23 Dec and 5 Jan to 29 Feb, Mon-Sat 11-4, Sun 1-4.
Admission prices: Adult £10.50, Family £26, 1 parent £20, Concessions £7.50
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For more information on conference and wedding facilities, schools and groups, see National Trust for Scotland website.

Accommodation

Holiday accommodation is available in the top flat of St Andrews House which is situated next to the Palace on Falkland High Street. For bookings and further information please contact the National Trust for Scotland Holidays Department on 0131 243 9331.
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News

13 Aug 10 What does future hold for historic Fife tourist attractions?
11 Aug 10 National Trust must not ‘repeat mistakes' 

Come & try innovative new "Falkland Ghost Hunt" game! Falkland Palace is hosting the world's first augmented reality ghost hunt game - Falkland Ghost Hunt - from the 11th to the 22nd of August. And you're invited to come along and get involved!

9 Aug 10 Wild boar restores at Falkland Orchard
24 Jul 10 Willow weaving at Falkland Palace
4 June 10 Volunteers at the heart of the community

		Palace Gardens Art Exhibition: Adam Smith College Enjoy an art exhibition at Falkland Palace gardens from 16 to 26 May , featuring the work of Adam Smith College students. Normal admission applies.
		Falkland Palace volunteering opportunities 1 Mar 10: The NTS is seeking a Garden Assistant and a Property Guide to work in the Palace on a voluntary basis.

Events

24-25 Jul 10 Willow Weaving workshop
10-11 Jul 10 Willow Weaving workshop
15-26 May 10: Inspiration in the Gardens: Falkland
13 May 10: Falkland Palace Volunteer Open Day
8-9 May 10: The Earl of Loudoun's Regiment on Foot: Falkland
07 May 10: Get up with the larks at Falkland Palace Gardens

Cadbury Easter Egg Trail Join in the family fun on Sun 4 & Mon 5 April with Falkland Palace this year as you follow the trail, collect the clues, solve the puzzle and win a Cadbury Easter egg!

2-5 April 10 Easter Clearance Sale - Falkland Town Hall
1st Saturday of every month: Mix with Royalty at Falkland Palace