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Tapestries in the West Wing
The intricate West Wing tapestries portray scenes from Greek and Roman mythology
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Explore the history of Dumfries House
The second instalment of the Great Scots history of Dumfries House looks at a house in transition
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Winter on the farm
On the farm, the animals have had their needs met with purpose-built animal houses as winter sets in
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The impressive family bedroom
The bedchamber was the secret of an 18th-century high-born suitor’s success – the 5th Earl of Dumfries
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Sample traditional whiskey blends
Whisky lovers can imbibe the amber liquid at The Lost Distillery’s tasting event at Dumfries House
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Apprenticeships at Dumfries House
How former apprentice, Johnny Briggs, evolved from star student to valued mentor
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View the solar system
The Grand Orrery, an enlightenment-era cosmic artefact, has been lovingly conserved
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The Chinese Bridge opens to the public
Originally conceived as a river crossing 117 years ago, the Chinese bridge has finally been raised
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Preserving the Estate's interior
Curator Emeritus, Charlotte Rostek, has worked to restore Dumfries House's interior to its original glory
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Opening the New Cumnock Town Hall
The town hall spearheads a master plan for heritage-led regeneration on the village
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Trace the history of Dumfries House
The first instalment of the Great Scots history of Dumfries House focuses on the birth of a grand estate
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Alexander Cummings' tavern clock
The tax-dodging history of a tantalising timepiece
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