Castle Balmoral, overseen by King Charles, to temporarily suspend operations
Balmoral Castle Closes Due to Storm Floris
Balmoral Castle, the Scottish residence of King Charles, has announced its closure on August 4th, 2021, due to the approaching storm, Storm Floris. The castle, located on the royal estate in Aberdeenshire, typically opens to the public from early April through early August.
The announcement was made via Balmoral Castle's Instagram handle, urging royal fans not to travel to the Estate. The castle offers audio-guided tours of the ballroom, gardens, exhibitions, and a visitor center with a gift shop and cafe. However, due to the dangerous conditions posed by Storm Floris, all public visits will be suspended on August 4th.
Balmoral Castle was originally bought for Queen Victoria by Prince Albert in 1852 and has been a firm favourite among the royals ever since. The castle was scheduled to close to the public on August 10, 2025, and then reopen in October 2025 for the annual Autumn Artisan Markets.
While there is no specific mention in the current information about a closure due to Storm Floris or a related reopening date being delayed or changed because of it, the official Balmoral schedule suggests normal seasonal closure and reopening dates are being followed. The reopening is expected to align with the usual autumn events at Balmoral.
Storm Floris is battering the UK with up to 90mph winds, causing danger to life warnings across the country. Trains have been cancelled due to the storm, and refunds will be issued for tickets to visit Balmoral Castle on August 4th, 2021. The castle's management has also asked everyone to stay safe during this difficult time.
Balmoral Castle, which is privately owned by the monarch, separate from Crown properties, has thanked everyone who had visited it earlier in 2025. The castle looks forward to welcoming visitors again once the storm has passed and conditions are safe for everyone.
[1] Balmoral Castle Official Website: https://www.balmoralcastle.com/ [3] Balmoral Castle Instagram Handle: https://www.instagram.com/balmoralcastle/
The impending weather conditions of Storm Floris have led to the cancellation of all public visits to Balmoral Castle on August 4th, 2021, requiring visitors to reconsider their travel plans. In light of the dangerous weather-forecasting predictions, it's essential for everyone's safety to avoid traveling to the estate during this time.
