Towns & cities · Scottish Highlands
Glamis
Also known as: Glamais
Glamis — village in Angus, Scotland, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–6 h
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Glamis is a town, city, village or settlement in the United Kingdom. Address: DD8. Wikidata describes it as: "village in Angus, Scotland, UK". Coordinates: 56.6083°, -3.0036°.
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Official information
The Bothy Experience in Glamis offers visitors a chance to enjoy hosted gin tastings, afternoon teas, and various cultural events. It is a cozy venue where guests can immerse themselves in the local spirit-making tradition and enjoy unique experiences.
From the Wikipedia article
Glamis is a small village in Angus, Scotland, located 5 miles (8 km) south of Kirriemuir and 5 miles (8 km) southwest of Forfar. It is the location of Glamis Castle, the childhood home of Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother.
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Background
History
beyond]] The vicinity of Glamis has prehistoric traces – within the village, there stands an intricately carved Pictish stone known as the Glamis Manse Stone. There are various other Pictish stones nearby the village, such as the Hunter's Hill Stone, and the Eassie Stone, which stands in Eassie Old Church near the village of Eassie. The last Alpínid king of Scotland, Malcolm II, died at Glamis in 1034. Some other small fragments of Pictish stones from Glamis are preserved in the Meffan Institute in Forfar. On 20 October 1491, James IV declared it a burgh of barony. This gave Glamis the right to hold a weekly market and an annual fair, which was held on 17 November, the feast day of Saint…
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- Coordinates
- 56.6083, -3.0036
- District
- Angus
- Postcode
- DD8
- Parliamentary constituency
- Angus and Perthshire Glens
- Phone
- 01575 570111
- Official site
- www.ginbothy.co.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q1026782 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Glamis (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: Mains of Glamis, Farmhouse - geograph.org.uk - 776390.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Other places nearby
Strathmore Arms
Hotels · 0.0 km
The Auld Mill, Braehead Road, Glamis
Watermills · 0.1 km
The Bothy Experience
Natural landmarks · 0.1 km
Angus Folk Museum
Museums · 0.1 km
Auld Mill Bridge
Historic bridges · 0.1 km
Glamis Gateway Memorial
Memorials & monuments · 0.2 km
Glamis Manse Stone
Natural landmarks · 0.2 km
Glamis Manse Stone
Archaeological sites · 0.2 km
St Fergus's Church, Kirkwynd, Glamis
Historic churches · 0.2 km
St. Fergus Well
Historic churches · 0.3 km
Glamis War Memorial
Memorials & monuments · 0.3 km
War Memorial, Charleston Road, Glamis
Memorials & monuments · 0.3 km
Glamis is a village located in the Scottish Highlands. Our guide lists N attractions within reach.
At a glance
- Constituency
- Angus and Perthshire Glens
Things to see in Glamis
72 attractions within 12 km — showing the 24 most editorially-significant. Full guide: things to do in Glamis →
📷 3Museums · Scottish Highlands
Angus Folk Museum
Angus Folk Museum — centre for agricultural history and rural life located near Forfar, Angus, Scotland, UK.
📷 3Castles · Scottish Highlands
Glamis Castle
Glamis Castle — castle in Angus, Scotland, UK.
📷 3Hill forts · Scottish Highlands
Hunter's Hill Stone
Hunter's Hill Stone — archaeological site in Angus, Scotland, UK.
📷 3Gardens · Scottish Highlands
Italian Garden, Glamis Castle
Italian Garden, Glamis Castle — architectural structure in Angus, Scotland, UK.
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📷 3Gardens · Scottish Highlands
Walled Garden, Glamis Castle
Walled Garden, Glamis Castle — architectural structure in Angus, Scotland, UK.
📷 3Natural landmarks · Scottish Highlands
Glamis Manse Stone
Glamis Manse Stone — a other in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Historic churches · Scottish Highlands
St. Fergus Well
St. Fergus Well — a other in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Natural landmarks · Scottish Highlands
The Bothy Experience
The Bothy Experience — a other in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Archaeological sites · Scottish Highlands
Eassie Stone
Eassie Stone — a archaeological in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 2Historic houses · Scottish Highlands
Lindertis House
Lindertis House — a historic house in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Historic houses · Scottish Highlands
Eassie Old Church
Eassie Old Church — a historic house in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Manor houses · Scottish Highlands
Glamis House
Glamis House — a manor in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Public art & sculpture · Scottish Highlands
Statue Of King James VI
Statue Of King James VI — a public art in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Public art & sculpture · Scottish Highlands
Macbeth
Macbeth — a public art in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Public art & sculpture · Scottish Highlands
Banquo Staggering in Death
Banquo Staggering in Death — a public art in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Public art & sculpture · Scottish Highlands
Mcduff
Mcduff — a public art in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Public art & sculpture · Scottish Highlands
The Three Witches
The Three Witches — a public art in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Public art & sculpture · Scottish Highlands
Lady Mcbeth sleepwalking
Lady Mcbeth sleepwalking — a public art in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 4Public art & sculpture · Scottish Highlands
King Duncan
King Duncan — a public art in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Public art & sculpture · Scottish Highlands
Statue Of King Charles I
Statue Of King Charles I — a public art in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · Scottish Highlands
Glamis War Memorial
Glamis War Memorial — a memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · Scottish Highlands
Glamis Gateway Memorial
Glamis Gateway Memorial — a memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · Scottish Highlands
Airlie War Memorial
Airlie War Memorial — a memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
Nearby
📷 5Hotels · Scottish Highlands
Strathmore Arms
Strathmore Arms — a hotel in scotland highlands.
📷 5Watermills · Scottish Highlands
The Auld Mill, Braehead Road, Glamis
The Auld Mill, Braehead Road, Glamis — category B listed building-listed watermill in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Natural landmarks · Scottish Highlands
The Bothy Experience
The Bothy Experience — a other in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Museums · Scottish Highlands
Angus Folk Museum
Angus Folk Museum — centre for agricultural history and rural life located near Forfar, Angus, Scotland, UK.
📷 5Historic bridges · Scottish Highlands
Auld Mill Bridge
Auld Mill Bridge — category C listed building-listed bridge in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · Scottish Highlands
Glamis Gateway Memorial
Glamis Gateway Memorial — a memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
Where to eat & stay near Glamis
Places to stay
📷 5Hotels · Scottish Highlands
Strathmore Arms
Strathmore Arms — a hotel in scotland highlands.
📷 5Caravan parks · Scottish Highlands
Drumshademuir Caravan & Camping Park
Drumshademuir Caravan & Camping Park — a caravan park in scotland highlands.
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📷 5Caravan parks · Scottish Highlands
Lochlands Leisure Park
Lochlands Leisure Park — a caravan park in scotland highlands.
📷 5Caravan parks · Scottish Highlands
Lochside Caravan Park
Lochside Caravan Park — a caravan park in scotland highlands.
📷 4Caravan parks · Scottish Highlands
Caldhame Caravan Park
Caldhame Caravan Park — a caravan park in scotland highlands.
Places to eat & drink
📷 5Historic pubs · Scottish Highlands
23 Osnaburg Street, Forfar
23 Osnaburg Street, Forfar in Scotland Highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Central Scotland
'The Clep' Public House, 96-98 Clepington Road, Dundee
'The Clep' Public House, 96-98 Clepington Road, Dundee in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
📷 7Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Windmill Bar, 113 Hilltown, Dundee
Windmill Bar, 113 Hilltown, Dundee in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
📷 7Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Ladywell Tavern, 16 Victoria Road, Dundee
Ladywell Tavern, 16 Victoria Road, Dundee in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Office of J & D Grimmond, 1-3 King Street, Dundee
Office of J & D Grimmond, 1-3 King Street, Dundee in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Public House, 51, 53 Meadowside, Dundee
Public House, 51, 53 Meadowside, Dundee in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Glamis?
- Glamis is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode DD8).
- What is Glamis?
- Glamis — village in Angus, Scotland, UK.
- How do I get to Glamis?
- Drivers can use postcode DD8.
- Is Glamis free to visit?
- Yes, Glamis is free to enter.
- How do I get to Glamis?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode DD8. It sits within the Angus and Perthshire Glens parliamentary constituency.