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.
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Upcoming Events at The Palace of Holyroodhouse
Monday Masterpieces: Weekly short talks
Make Monday mornings marvellous and join curators, wardens and learning specialists for weekly short talks exploring some of the greatest treasures of the Royal Collection!
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Masterpieces Family Trail
Explore the Masterpieces from Buckingham Palace exhibition with the help of a fun family trail at The Palace of Holyroodhouse.
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Jubilee Jive Late
With performances, activities, short talks and more, celebrate a Platinum Jubilee Party at the home of Scottish Royalty this summer! Fifties frocks and fashions encouraged.
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Make a masterpiece: Family workshop
Visit The Queen’s Gallery and hear stories about some of the masterpieces on display, then return to the historic Abbey Strand building to create your own masterpiece to take home!
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Royal Rhyme Time: Kings and keys
200 years ago a king called George made an important visit to the Palace. Join us to hear the story of a special ceremony of the keys with some rhymes and music along the way!
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Royal Rhyme Time: Stories by the fireplace
Join us in the historic Abbey Strand building as we gather round the fireplace for a story or two! Suitable for ages four and under.
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Scottish Signs and Symbols: Family Workshop
In this family workshop at The Palace of Holyroodhouse on 12th November, create your own shield using Scottish symbols - or even invent your own! Suitable for ages 5 - 14 years.
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Royal Rhyme Time: Christmas Ceilidh
Join us to hear stories about celebrations and play a special game called the Feast of the Bean. With music and dancing in our Christmas ceilidh, suitable for children aged four and under!
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