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Blair Castle

Blair Atholl, Pitlochry

Dating from 1269 Blair Castle has been the home of the Atholl family for over 700 years. Queen Victoria stayed at the castle in 1844 and as an expression of her gratitude presented the Duke with Colours for his men, the Atholl Highlanders. They are still in existence and form the only remaining private army in Europe.Today Blair Castle welcomes you as Scotland's most visited private home. You can walk through some 30 fully furnished rooms of infinite variety.Other facilities include: Deer Park, Pony Centre, Diana's Grove, Hercules Garden, Picnic areas and Nature Trails.

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Opening Times

5 November 2011 to 25 March 2012*
Every Saturday and Sunday, 10am - 4pm (last admission to castle 3pm)

Festive Opening Hours 28 December to 31 December 2011 Open Daily, 10.00am - 4.00pm (last admission to castle 3pm)

26 March to 26 October 2012
Daily, 9.30am - 5.30pm (last admission to castle 4.30pm)