| Traquair House , Innerleithen EH44 6PW | |
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Dating back to 1107, Traquair was originally a hunting lodge for the kings and queens of Scotland. Later a refuge for Catholic priests in times of terror the Stuarts of Traquair supported Mary Queen of Scots and the Jacobite cause without counting the cost.
Today, Traquair is a unique piece of living history welcoming visitors from all over the world, providing a magical and romantic setting for weddings, hosting a wide range of summer events and a superb venue for corporate groups. You can even stay here in the luxurious Bed & Breakfast accommodation. Find out about Special Offers here.
Visitors are invited to enjoy the house, extensive grounds, maze, craft workshops, Garden Cafe and the famous Traquair House Brewery housed in the eighteenth century wing and producing the world famous Traquair House Ales.
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