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Dumfries House - the latest refurbishments
2nd September 2010
Built in the 18th Century for the 5th Earl of Dumfries, Dumfries House is a grand Georgian mansion in East Ayrshire, Scotland that was saved for the Nation by The Prince of Wales.
In 2007 His Royal Highness joined with a consortium of partners and personally took out a £20million loan, in order to prevent the house and its contents from being split up at auction and sold for £45million. Three years on, the work to provide a future for Dumfries House continues in the work of The Great Steward of Scotland's Dumfries House Trust.
The house, which is decorated with original Chippendale furnishings, now consists of a number of impressive rooms that can be used for weddings and receptions. The first wedding at Dumfries House took place in 1792.
The Tapestry Room
Home to a grand piano, original French tapestries and a usable fire place, the Tapestry Room can seat up to 60 people for dinner occasions.
The Great Steward’s Dining Room
Named after The Prince of Wales as he is known in Scotland, The Great Steward’s Dining Room is a candlelit room decorated with rare pieces from the Dumfries House collection.
The Rothesay Room
This room has been newly refurbished and decorated with handcrafted oak tables, tweeds, tartans and contemporary Scottish pottery.
The Stable Block
This building is currently undergoing renovation. Its original structure and layout are being preserved to provide an upper level meeting room.
Further information
Dumfries House: www.dumfries-house.org.uk
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