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Christmas atmosphere at Holyroodhouse Palace

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Visitors to the historic Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh will be able to soak up the festive atmosphere of the State Apartments which have been decked out with magnificent Christmas displays for the season.

From now until January 6 one of the highlights of a visit is the wood-panelled Throne Room, which has been decorated with two 12-foot-high Christmas trees and a sparkling mantle garland.

Elsewhere, a glistening 15-foot-high Nordmann Fir tree and two decorated mantelpieces create a festive atmosphere in the storied Great Gallery, while in the Royal Dining Room visitors will see a spectacular table display.

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Staff hanging decorations on the 15-foot-high Nordmann Fir tree in the Great Gallery At Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh
Staff hang decorations on the 15-foot-high Nordmann Fir tree in the Great Gallery. The room features portraits depicting real and legendary kings of Scotland. © Royal Collection Enterprises Limited 2024 | Royal Collection Trust. Photographer: Jane Massey
Two 12-foot-high trees and a mantle garland adorn the Palace’s Throne Room at Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh
Two 12-foot-high trees and a mantle garland adorn the Palace’s Throne Room, which is used for receptions and other State Occasions. © Royal Collection Enterprises Limited 2024 | Royal Collection Trust. Photographer: Jane Massey
A member of staff at the Palace of Holyroodhouse hangs a decoration on one of two trees inthe Throne Room, overlooked by John Michael Wright’s magnificent portrait of Charles II, in Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh
A member of staff at the Palace of Holyroodhouse hangs a decoration on one of two trees in the Throne Room, overlooked by John Michael Wright’s magnificent portrait of Charles II, the monarch who built the Palace as it is today. © Royal Collection Enterprises Limited 2024 | Royal Collection Trust. Photographer: Jane Massey.
Festive garlands adorn the Great Stair, wherevisitors enter the State Apartments in Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh
Festive garlands adorn the Great Stair, where visitors enter the State Apartments. © Royal Collection Enterprises Limited 2024 | Royal Collection Trust. Photographer: Jane Massey
Staff make finaladjustments to the table display in the Royal Dining Room at Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh
Staff make final adjustments to the table display in the Royal Dining Room. The table is laid with a silver service, sugared fruits and foliage. © Royal Collection Enterprises Limited 2024 | Royal Collection Trust. Photographer: Jane Massey