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Falkland Palace - Photo:
Sam Styles
CCL |
Its strategic position on a
north-south route through the Lomond Hills made
this site an ideal location for the castle built
by Macduff, Thane of Fife. Destroyed by the
English in 1337, the castle was rebuilt and was
eventually sold to Robert Stewart.
In 1458, the town received its Royal Charter and
in 1501 James IV commenced the construction of a
palace on the site of the old castle.
Falkland Palace was used more as a hunting
lodge as both hunting and falconry were a popular
pastime for the monarchy. The palace is now a
National Trust for Scotland property. |
Here you will also find the
Royal Tennis Court, built in 1539, Britain’s
oldest tennis court, which today is home to a
flourishing local royal tennis club.
The town itself is small and picturesque with
pubs, restaurants and a 9-hole golf course for the
visitor to enjoy.
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