Museums & Galleries · Pitlochry
Balmoral Exhibition
📍 AB35 5TN
Photo: P L Chadwick (CC BY-SA 2.0), via Wikimedia Commons
- Photographic exhibition marking Queen Elizabeth II's centenary
- Ceremonial robe of the Order of the Thistle on display
- Ballroom has displayed King Charles III's paintings
- Explore castle grounds, gardens and Mews Gift Shop
- Ballroom art installations highlight estate developments
The Balmoral Exhibition, held in the Castle Ballroom, showcases the rich history of Balmoral through rotating displays, including rare collections of King Charles III's paintings and art installations marking new developments on the estate. A recent exhibition commemorated the centenary of Queen Elizabeth II with a photographic display, centred on the ceremonial robe of the Order of the Thistle. The grounds, gardens, restaurant and Mews Gift Shop are open alongside it, Tuesdays to Saturdays between 10am and 4pm during the summer season. It suits those interested in royal history and heritage. For a stay nearby in Aberdeenshire, Perthshire, there are 2 bookable places to stay within 5 miles on BritStays.
Practical details
- Open
- Tuesdays to Saturdays, 10am–4pm
- Booking
- Exhibitions run during the summer opening season
From the attraction's own website on 5 Oct 2026 — check before you travel.
Facilities
- ✓ Restaurant
- ✓ Cafe
- ✓ Gift Shop
- ✓ Guided Tours
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