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Scotland's Oldest Inhabited House

Visit romantic Traquair where Alexander I signed a charter over 800 years ago and the "modern wings" were completed in 1680. Once a pleasure ground for Scottish kings in times of peace, then 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. Imprisoned, fined and isolated for their beliefs, their home, untouched by time reflects the tranquility of their family life.

The first Laird fell with his king at Flodden in 1513. Today, his descendants, the Maxwell Stuarts have opened Traquair so that visitors can enjoy its unique atmosphere and history.

Enjoy a day reliving the past. See the secret stairs, spooky cellars, books, embroideries and letters from former times. Visit the eighteenth century brewery still producing the world famous Traquair House Ale and sample it in the brewery museum. Browse through the Gift Shop and then enjoy a relaxed lunch in the Old Walled Garden. Finally, search for the centre of the maze, explore the enchanted woods and look out for the Grey Lady... a truly magical day out for all the family.

Traquair is open form Easter until end of October every day from 12pm - 5pm and in June, July and August from 10.30am - 5.30pm.

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Traquair also has three exclusive rooms where guests can stay on a bed & breakfast basis. Weddings and honeymooners welcome. Book for three nights or more and receive a 10% discount - Throughout 2009

We are delighted to offer the fantastic discount of 25% on our standard rates if your arrival is within a week from booking. Offer only valid if two nights or more are booked.

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Dining room	Drawing room	Library
The maze	White bedroom	Wedding at Traquair