Dumfries House

Dumfries House is one of Britain's most beautiful stately homes. Set in 2,000 acres, the stunning Estate and 18th-century house with its unrivalled collection of furniture has something for everyone!

About Dumfries House

	Dumfries House , Cumnock KA18 2NJ
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Saved by the intervention of His Royal Highness, The Prince Charles, Duke of Rothesay in 2007, Dumfries House combines the neoclassical architecture of Robert Adam with the furniture of Thomas Chippendale and leading 18th-century Scottish cabinet makers. Visitors can explore this stunning 2,000 acre estate 365 days a year, with free entry and parking.

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Upcoming Events at Dumfries House

Books

Boswell Book Festival

9th May 2025 - 11th May 2025

Dumfries House, Cumnock

Boswell Book Festival, the world's only festival of biography and memoir, comes to Dumfries House for 2025 between the 9th and 11th May!

Film

Adventure Cinema: Outdoor Cinema at Dumfries House

5th August 2025 - 7th August 2025

Dumfries House, Cumnock

Adventure Cinema, the UK's largest outdoor cinema tour, returns this summer with incredible movies to watch under the sun and stars at Dumfries House!

Days Out

The Scottish Deer Centre

The Scottish Deer Centre Bow of Fife, Cupar KY15 4NQ

The Scottish Deer Centre is spread over 55 acres of Fife countryside just outside Cupar, and is home to 13 species of deer from around the world along with other animals.

Days Out

Knockhill Racing Circuit

Knockhill Racing Circuit , Dunfermline KY12 9TF

Knockhill Racing Circuit hosts premier UK motorsport events and is a vibrant venue for motorsport related activities which the general public can enjoy.

Days Out

Adventure Golf Island

Fife Leisure Park Whimbrel Place, Dunfermline KY11 8EX

Everyone can enjoy Scotland's first 'Florida style' Indoor and Outdoor Adventure Golf Complex at Fife Leisure Park, Dunfermline!

Days Out

St Andrews Aquarium

St Andrews Aquarium The Scores , St Andrews KY169

St Andrews Aquarium boasts one of the finest locations in the historic town and is a perfect destination for all things fishy.

Days Out

Culross Palace

Culross Palace , Culross KY12 8JH

Get a sense of what it would have been like to live in Culross Palace in its prime, with original painted woodwork and beautifully restored 17th- and 18th-century interiors.

Days Out

Dunfermline Abbey and Palace

Dunfermline Abbey and Palace St Margarets Street, Dunfermline KY12 7PE

Dunfermline Abbey has a special place in the nation’s heart. Laid to rest here are some of Scotland’s great kings and queens – including Robert the Bruce.

Days Out

Ravenscraig Castle

Ravenscraig Castle , Kirkcaldy KY1 2QG

Admire the towering defensive façade of a heavily fortified castle, originally built as a royal residence.

Days Out

Deep Sea World

Deep Sea World Forthside Terrace , North Queensferry KY11 1JR

Deep Sea World welcomes you on a voyage of discovery where learning can be exciting and fun!

Days Out

Falkland Estate

The Stables Falkland Estate, Falkland KY15 7AF

Falkland Estate sits at the very heart of Fife on the outskirts of the beautiful conservation village of Falkland just a short journey from Edinburgh and Dundee.

Days Out

Kellie Castle and Garden

Kellie Castle and Garden Pittenweem, Anstruther KY10 2RE

Kellie Castle in Fife dates from as early as the 14th century and has magnificent plaster ceilings, painted panelling and fine furniture designed by Sir Robert Lorimer.

Days Out