The Palace of Holyroodhouse
About The Palace of Holyroodhouse
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The Palace of Holyroodhouse, commonly referred to as Holyrood Palace, is the official residence of the British monarch in Scotland.
Located at the bottom of the Royal Mile in Edinburgh, at the opposite end to Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace has served as the principal residence of the Kings and Queens of Scots since the 16th century, and is a setting for state occasions and official entertaining.
Queen Elizabeth spends one week in residence at Holyrood Palace at the beginning of each summer, where she carries out a range of official engagements and ceremonies. The 16th century Historic Apartments of Mary, Queen of Scots and the State Apartments, used for official and state entertaining, are open to the public throughout the year, except when members of the Royal Family are in residence.
Upcoming Events at The Palace of Holyroodhouse
Charles II: Art and Power Exhibition
23rd November 2018 - 2nd June 2019
Old master paintings and spectacular silver furniture show the rich material world of Charles II's court and the role of the arts in the re-establishment of the Stuart monarchy.
What is the Tam O’Shanter chair?
25th January 2019
Celebrating Robert Burns, join us for short talks which explore the story of the Tam O'Shanter chair in the Great Gallery at The Palace of Holyroodhouse!
Restoration Week: Make a masterpiece
9th February 2019
Celebrate Restoration Week in The Queen's Gallery at The Palace of Holyroodhouse, where there will be an opportunity to 'make a masterpiece' with artist Gemma Coyle.
Restoration Week - Families: Charles II, James VII & II and Holyrood
11th February 2019 - 17th February 2019
Start your half term visit with our new Family multimedia guide where you will discover how Sir William Bruce redesigned the Palace for Charles II.
Restoration Week: Charles II, James VII & II and Holyrood
11th February 2019 - 17th February 2019
Come along to the Palace of Holyroodhouse to enjoy a week of drop-in activities inspired by Charles II and James VII & II, their art and architecture.
Personalised Printing Workshop
13th February 2019
Join artist Marie-Alice Harel in a lino print workshop at The Palace of Holyroodhouse, creating your own monogram and printing personalised stationery!
Restoration Week: Short Talk
14th February 2019
Join Emma Thompson, Assistant Curator at the Palace of Holyroodhouse, for a short talk as she explores revealing objects and artworks from the Charles II: Art & Power exhibition!
Charles and James: The Power of Art
5th March 2019
Rufus Bird, Surveyor of The Queen's Works of Art, explores how Charles II and James VII & II used art, architecture and interiors to support the newly restored Stuart monarch.
Queen Victoria: For the love of food
19th March 2019
Join historian, cook, broadcaster and writer Dr Annie Gray at the Palace of Holyroodhouse on 19th March as she explores Queen Victoria through her favourite food and dining habits.
Recitals for Wrigglers
24th March 2019
Join us in the Palace of Holyroodhouse as Recitals for Wrigglers returns for another family-friendly concert in the Great Gallery on Sunday 24th March!
Brothers, Kings, Power and the Palace
3rd April 2019
Join us at the Palace of Holyroodhouse on 3rd April for an evening talk by Dr Clare Jackson. Her BBC series 'The Stuarts' explored the history of that remarkable dynasty.
Easter at the Palace
8th April 2019 - 21st April 2019
Visit the Palace of Holyroodhouse over the Easter holidays and try out our new Easter trail - search the Palace to spot the weird and wonderful hats, wigs and crowns worn thoughout the ages.
Easter Bonnet Parade
21st April 2019
Celebrate Easter at the Palace of Holyroodhouse where you can make and decorate your very own Easter Bonnet, explore the Palace using our new Easter trail, then join our fabulous Easter Parade!
The Majesty of Medieval Monarchy
30th April 2019
Join Dr. Lucy Dean for this lunchtime lecture where she reveals the fascinating spectacle of medieval Scottish royal ceremonies, from coronations to marriages, births to burials.
Painted Beauties
8th May 2019
Deborah Clarke, Senior Curator, explores the role of women at the Restoration court through an examination of Sir Peter Lely's paintings of the 'Windsor Beauties.'
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Celebrate Burns Night on 25th January at the Royal Botanic Gardens! Start the evening with a Hot Toddy, followed by a traditional Scottish 3 course dinner, address to the haggis and ceilidh band.Advertise With Us
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