Discover the story of Scotland through one remarkable house
Step into over 350 years of remarkable history on a guided tour of Bannockburn House, one of Scotland's most fascinating hidden heritage attractions.
- Explore a remarkable 17th-century mansion packed with centuries of Scottish history
- Walk in the footsteps of Bonnie Prince Charlie during his stay in 1746
- Discover Bannockburn House's unique role in the story of Scottish tartan
- See some of Scotland's finest surviving 17th-century decorative plasterwork
- Learn about the ambitious conservation and restoration project saving the house
- Enjoy an immersive guided experience led by Bannockburn House's passionate volunteer team
Purchased by a non-profit community trust in 2017, Bannockburn House is now the focus of the largest conservation and restoration effort ever undertaken by a community charity in Scotland. Every visit helps support the ongoing work to preserve this extraordinary historic building for future generations.
What to expect on your Bannockburn House Guided Tour
This fascinating one-hour guided tour takes you through the history, people and events that shaped Bannockburn House from its elegant beginnings in the 1600s to its dramatic Jacobite connections and beyond.
Along the way, your guide will reveal the stories hidden within the walls of this remarkable historic house. Discover its links to Bonnie Prince Charlie, learn about Bannockburn's important place in Scotland's tartan story and admire the world-famous decorative plaster ceilings that have made the house internationally significant.
You'll also gain a behind-the-scenes understanding of the conservation journey currently taking place. Bannockburn House is a living heritage project, giving visitors the rare opportunity to see history being researched, restored and protected in real time.
Whether you're a lifelong history enthusiast or simply curious to discover one of Scotland's hidden treasures, Bannockburn House Guided Tour offers a memorable journey through Scotland's past while helping to protect its future.