Queen Victoria
Reigning from 1837 until her death in 1901, Queen Victoria purchased Balmoral Estate in 1852 and built the current castle. She pioneered fresh-air holidays in Deeside, making Braemar a popular tourist destination.
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Enjoy a peek into our Royal Suites, all inspired by some of Braemar's most noble figures in history.
From Queen Victoria to Princess Royal Louise, each Royal Suite has been meticulously researched and dressed to tell their story and connection to Braemar.
Reigning from 1837 until her death in 1901, Queen Victoria purchased Balmoral Estate in 1852 and built the current castle. She pioneered fresh-air holidays in Deeside, making Braemar a popular tourist destination.
Two days after marrying the eldest daughter of King Edward VII, Queen Victoria made Alexander Duff the 1st Duke of Fife and Marquess of Macduff. He became an enlightened Laird of Mar Estate.
The eldest daughter of King Edward VII and Alexandra of Denmark, Louise and her husband 1st Duke of Fife moved to Scotland and built Mar Lodge and The Fife Arms during the 19th Century.
Nicknamed 'the Munshi', Karim was an Indian attendant of Queen Victoria and a close confidant for the last twelve years of her life.
This Summer enjoy a midweek getaway with a one-night stay, and a delicious meal in our iconic pub, The Flying Stag.
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The Fife Arms is a celebration of Scottish culture, heritage and world-class contemporary art. This package offers our guests to stay for two nights and the opportunity to experience both our restaurants, as well as our iconic whisky bar, Bertie’s.
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Join us for a three-night stay and enjoy a meal at Fish Shop, our new restaurant and adjoining fishmonger in Ballater.
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Book your escape to our special spot in the Highlands 30 days in advance to receive a discount on your stay. Subject to availability.
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Gather the family and join us for a holiday getaway with a difference. Enjoy four nights for the price of three whilst all children under the age of 12 will eat for free.
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We are offering families the chance to stay in one of our family suites for seven nights and pay for the price of five nights.
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Discover the majestic Scottish Highlands from the comfort of The Fife Arms; stay three nights for the price of two, in one of our luxurious rooms.
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Join us for the return of Braemar Literary Festival, taking place from 29th September - 1st October 2023. The festival promises to be an exciting two-day event bringing together the Braemar community, Fife Arms guests and literary lovers.
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Join us for a 3-night stay this Christmas in the magical Scottish Highlands.
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Join us for a lavish three-night stay as we ring in the new year with festive merriment and our closest friends and family.
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From 26th – 28th January join us for poems, pipers and puddings as we commemorate the life of Scotland’s most beloved bard, poet and lyricist, Robert Burns. Every year, Burns Night is celebrated in Scotland to mark his unique contribution to Scottish culture and history. There is no place more atmospheric than the Fife Arms to mark this uniquely Scottish event.
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We are delighted to announce our first Festival of Fashion on 17th-19th November, an exciting and immersive weekend transporting you to the heart of the global fashion community. With speakers including Giles Deacon, Charlie Porter and Claire Richardson, join us to learn more about the fine craft of couture and role of artistic collaborations to the future of fabric and the challenges of sustainable design.
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