Falkland Palace

This historic Palace is set in beautiful surroundings in the centre of the pretty village of Falkland.  
The well looked after gardens are set at the back and side of the palace. 
There are a profusion of flowering shrubs and trees in the Spring and the adjoining orchard is full of apple blossom - just ideal for a picnic.
Formal borders give good displays of flowers in the summer and last well into the Autumn. 
There is a peaceful pool garden where you can sit and take in the magnificent scenery. 
Adjacent is the historic Royal Tennis Court built in 1539 which is open. Watch the swallows which nest each year on the supporting columns of the visitors gallery.
The palace itself is wonderful and one of the most interesting historic buildings I have visited - Editor!
An enchanting place.

NTS. Falkland Palace and Gardens - 2011 open -  Palace and Garden: 1 Mar to 31 Oct, Mon-Sat 11-5, Sun 1-5.(last admission 4.30). Winter openings please telephone.
Disabled access to Gardens but not Palace. Shop. Nearby tearooms.

Falkland Palace,
Falkland, Cupar, Fife, KY15 7BU 
Tel (01337) 857397

Entry free for National Trust members