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Traquair House

Innerleithen

Traquair House was originally a castle owned by the kings of Scotland. It later became the home of the Earls of Traquair and is still lived in by their decendants, the Maxwell Stuart family. It is well known as the oldest inhabited and most romantic house in Scotland. Enjoy a day reliving the past. See the secret stairs, spooky cellars, books, embroideries and letters from former times. Visit the ancient brewery and inhale the delicious aroma, then sample the potent liquor in the brewery museum. Browse through the gift shop and then enjoy a relaxed lunch in the old walled garden. Finally, search for the centre of the maze, explore the enchanted woods and look out for the grey lady... A truly magical day out for all the family.

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Opening Times

House: April, May and September, daily, 12.00pm - 5.00pm. June, July and August daily 10.30am - 5.00pm. October, daily, 11.00am - 4.00pm. November, Saturdays and Sundays only, 12.00am - 4.00pm (Guided tours). Grounds: Open daily 10:30am - 5:30pm from Easter – October.