Balmoral Castle

We have had the most wonderful weather this summer and, earlier in July, the youngest and I had a trip north and stopped en-route at Balmoral Castle. The castle is less than an hour away from here and yet I have never visited. The car park was pretty much full with visitors from all over the world. We enjoyed a paddle in the river and then had a wander around the Castle grounds. The kitchen garden was spectacular. Everyone was enjoying the sunshine and making the most of their lavish surroundings.  The castle closes at the end of July as the Royal Family take up residence for the rest of the summer into the early Autumn.