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Haddo House

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Haddo House — Early 18th century house near Tarves.

Haddo House, historic houses in Scottish Highlands

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Typical visit
1 h–2 h
  • Paid entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Limited wheelchair access
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About

Haddo House is a historic house in the United Kingdom — typically a country seat, manor, or town house with notable architecture or history. Designed by William Adam. Built in the Palladian architecture style. Heritage designation: category A listed building. Owned by National Trust for Scotland. Managed by National Trust for Scotland. Wikidata describes it as: "Early 18th century house near Tarves". Coordinates: 57.4030°, -2.2204°.

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From the Wikipedia article

Haddo House is a Scottish stately home located near Tarves in Aberdeenshire, approximately 20 miles (32 km) north of Aberdeen (grid reference NJ868347). Completed in 1732 to designs by William Adam, it was the former seat of the Earls and Marquesses of Aberdeen and Temair and has been owned by the National Trust for Scotland since 1979.

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Background

History

]] The Gordons, who later became the Earls of Aberdeen and Marquesses of Aberdeen, lived on the site for more than 500 years. Haddo House sits in or near the site of the old Kellie Castle, the family's previous dwelling which was burnt down by the Covenanters. Dating from 1732,

Description

The house has a small chapel attached. In the grounds is a theatre, Haddo House Hall, and rehearsal rooms, known as the Peatyards. Haddo House Choral & Operatic Society (HHCOS), a large and vibrant choral society formed in 1945, has its operations base there. For over sixty years it has been noted for its annual musical and operatic productions.

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Coordinates
57.4030, -2.2204
Postcode
AB41 7EQ
Parliamentary constituency
Gordon and Buchan
Established
1732
Official site
www.nts.org.uk

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Haddo House?
Haddo House is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode AB41 7EQ).
When was Haddo House built?
Built or established in 1732. Designed by William Adam.
Who runs Haddo House?
Haddo House is operated by National Trust for Scotland.
Is Haddo House a listed building?
Haddo House is officially recognised as category A listed building listed.
Is Haddo House free to visit?
Haddo House is operated by National Trust for Scotland. Entry is free for National Trust members; non-members pay an admission charge.
How do I get to Haddo House?
Drivers can navigate to postcode AB41 7EQ. It sits within the Gordon and Buchan parliamentary constituency.