Looking for somewhere to visit in the UK. We have highlighted
the most popular locations in the UK below. There are also a selection of Farm house
bed and breakfast and other farm based accommodations for you to choose from.
Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum View website
When Louise, Andrew Carnegies wife, founded the museum she did so in the hope that it would prove an inspiration to generations to come. To honour her intention, the Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum has been completely refurbished.
Voiceovers, weaving demonstrations, interactive displays, temporary exhibitions, improved cafe and museum shop and a unique space have all been added
to ensure that the museum is a fascinating and informative place to visit. Come along and find out about life in 19th century Dunfermline and what it was like to emigrate to America with just a few possessions. Discover how Andrew Carnegie became the richest man in the world and father of modern philanthropy.
Cambo Estate Gardens View website
Enjoy historic Scottish accommodation near St Andrews within sight of Kingsbarns Golf Links and the sea.
Unmatched tranquillity and character in bed & breakfast, self catering or serviced apartments. For a single traveller, a romantic weekend, family holiday, golfing party or that significant reunion in Scotland.
There is a unique quality about Cambo, home to the Erskine Family since 1688, that entices guests back year after year. Their impressive Victorian mansion house, built in 1881, lies at the heart of a 1200 acre estate in one of the most unspoiled areas of Scotland.
Dunfermline Abbey View website
The Abbey, whose foundation goes back to 1072, was built by King David I of Scotland in honour of his mother the saintly Queen Margaret.Over the centuries since that time the Abbey has exerted a profound Christian influence and, in these present days, the Abbey Church of Dunfermline continues to witness to the Christian Faith in its worship services, and varied organisational life.
Falkland Palace View website
A once favoured place of retreat and leisure for the Stuart Kings and Queens of Scotland, including Mary Queen of Scots.
Beautiful garden with large collection of scented early summer blooms
17th century Flemish tapestries, and portraits of the Stuart Kings and Queens
The only Royal Palace in the care of the National Trust for Scotland, Falkland Palace is an impressive Renaissance building set in the heart of the town at the foot of the Lomond Hills. Built by James IV and James V between 1450 and 1541 the Palace was a country residence of the Stuart monarchs of Scotland for over 200 years. Lush green lawns, colourful herbaceous borders and many unusual shrubs and trees complete the setting for this memorable property.
Kellie Castle and Garden View website
An ancient, and reputedly haunted, Scottish Castle with enchanting walled garden, woodland and meadow walks, Scottish furniture designed by Sir Robert Lorimer, beautiful painted panelling fine plasterwork ceilings from the 17th century, and an exhibition on the life and work of Scottish Sculptor Hew Lorimer.
Extensive views of the Firth of Forth and the Bass Rock.
There is an organic walled garden with fresh produce available to buy.
St Andrews Castle View website
On a headland to the north of St Andrews stand the ruins of the city’s castle, the main residence of the bishops and archbishops of St Andrews – the focal point of the Church in Medieval Scotland.
Today, a siege mine and counter-mine can be explored, and the ‘bottle dungeon’ viewed. Visitor centre with exhibition. The shop features a range of local products made in Fife.
Friday 25 May 2012
