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Balmoral Castle
Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom
Balmoral Castle in Royal Deeside has been a Scottish home of the royal family since Prince Albert bought the estate in 1852.
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United Kingdom
About Balmoral Castle
Prince Albert purchased the estate and its original castle from the Farquharson family in 1852. The old house soon proved too small, so a new castle was commissioned from William Smith of Aberdeen, with designs amended by Albert himself.
The castle stands near Crathie, 9 miles west of Ballater and 50 miles west of Aberdeen. It is the private property of King Charles III rather than part of the Crown Estate, so check the official website for any visitor access.
Highlights
- Estate bought by Prince Albert in 1852
- Designed by William Smith with Albert's input
- Private property of King Charles III
Details are checked against public sources including Wikidata and Wikipedia. Opening times and prices change, so please check the official website before you travel.
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