One of the most popular residences of the royal family, Balmoral Castle, was temporarily closed due to dangerous weather brought by the storm Floris. The farm, set in the heart of Aberdeenshire, issued an official statement on August 4, recommended that it does not travel to the castle due to security fears, informed us about the mirror.
“Balmoral will be closed to the public on Monday 4th August for Storm Floris today. Please do not travel to the estate. We will issue refunds for the tickets they will visit today. Stay safe, everyone,” read the Balmoral Instagram account.
Warning weather on site when storms hit Scotland
According to the report, other people were published by the British Met Amber and Yellow for the wind across large parts of Scotland and Northern Ireland. The wind 50 to 70 mph is expected inland, while coastal and raised areas can see gusts reaching 90 mph. The Met Office described the storm as unusually intensive for the region and increased the warning of “danger to life” due to decreasing residues and potential disturbances of travel.
Summer visits disrupted
Sudden closure influenced tourists hoping to explore the historic castle areas, gardens and a popular exhibition at the 2025 hall. Balmoral has been open to the public from 1 April and was locked on the season before Sunday, August 10.
It was expected that the last days of the public’s approach were attracted by crowds, but Storm Floris shortened these plans. Guests who booked tickets for August 4 will receive full compensation.
The Scottish Summer Summer of the Royal Family is taking place
Since King Charles arrived in Scotland, a week has passed. July 28, in Thurso, near Mey Castle, where he is currently residing, organized a Monarch reception for Caithness communities. Visitors must not enter Mey Castle until 8 August.
Balmoral Castle was historically preferred by Queen Victoria and the late royal Elizabeth II remains an important place of the royal family. King Charles often lives in Birkhall, his residence to Balmoral Estate.
Frequent
Q: What is the condition of King Charles?
Answer: King Charles was diagnosed with cancer at the beginning of this year. Specific details were not published, but the palace confirmed that it would undergo treatment.
Q: Why does King Charles refuse to give Kate the title?
Answer: This is inaccurate. Kate Middleton holds the title of Princess of Wales, the title traditionally gave the wife of an apparent heir.
Question: What is happening to King Charles?
Answer: King Charles renewed light public duties after diagnosis of cancer and is currently in Scotland for a summer break.
Q: Why is King Charles not allowed to go to the Pope’s funeral?
Answer: There is no known restriction. Participation in international events depends on diplomatic and personal considerations, often processed by the case by the case.
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