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Among the collection of nineteenth century novels in the library at Broomhall House are three shelves of early editions of works by Sir Walter Scott (1771-1832). As a writer of historical fiction Scott became the foremost literary figure of his era. Publishing 27 novels over a span of 30 years, he became the first author to enjoy a truly international …
Following their Scottish tour in September 2017, McLaren Automotive again chose Broomhall House as their destination for a brief excursion for the McLaren Senna in January 2019. Launched in 2018 – to commemorate the 30th anniversary of Ayrton Senna’s debut with McLaren Racing – the McLaren Senna was accompanied on its trip to Scotland by the original 2012 McLaren P1. …
Featuring an epic African journey, Return to the Nile is a National Geographic commissioned biopic marking the 50th anniversary of Sir Ranulph Fiennes’s 1969 pan-African odyssey. The film follows the Fiennes cousins, Ranulph and Joseph, as they pursue the former’s footsteps. At Broomhall House memories of a much earlier – and just as ambitious – Nile journey can be found …
A marine chronometer developed by Alexander Bruce, 2nd Earl of Kincardine (1629-1680), has just been acquired by the National Museums of Scotland. A world first, Alexander’s sea-going pendulum clock was commissioned from the leading Dutch instrument maker, Severyn Osterwijck (1637-1694) in 1662. Seeking to improve navigation and promote international trade, Alexander collaborated with the Dutch mathematician, Christian Huygens (1629-95), to …
Releasing over 300 acres of parkland for the exclusive use of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, the Bruce family was delighted to open up Broomhall Estate for the Cullinan, the new all-wheel drive Rolls-Royce. Broomhall is well acquainted with Rolls-Royce Motors, and recently hosted the inaugural event for the Spirit of Ecstasy Club, at the request of the Leven Car Company. By …
Battle of The Forth Although close to Rosyth Naval Base and RAF Pitreavie, Broomhall House was not requisitioned for military use in the Second World War. Instead it served as the HQ of the Lord Lieutenant. The first aerial engagement of WW2 over the British mainland occurred on 16th October 1939 in the skies above Broomhall. Successive raiding parties of …
Over several centuries prominent members of the Bruce Family have served the British armed forces in a variety of roles. Raising a regiment In 1794 Britain was plunged into war with revolutionary France. Landowners responded to the emergency by raising regiments. Thomas Bruce (7th Earl of Elgin) raised a Fencible regiment of 300 men. They were garrisoned in Ireland where …
Broomhall House provided a memorable experience for a party of international travel advisers who enjoyed a visit to Scotland in early November. Representing the Virtuoso network, the visitors were accompanied to Broomhall by Richard Cooke, general manager of the Balmoral Hotel. They were shown how a private historic home is managed as a unique visitor experience for a global audience. …
Although far removed from the UN Plaza in New York, Broomhall House provided a perfect setting on St Andrew’s Day for a Model United Nations (MUN) conference. Organised with the support of Douglas Chapman MP and Fife Council, the conference was run by Dr. Gari Donn, Scotland Convenor for the United Nations Association in the United Kingdom (UNA-UK). Adopting the …
Broomhall House in Fife was chosen by McLaren Automotive to host a weeklong event in late September to celebrate the fifth anniversary of the launch of the P1 hybrid sports car. Around 30 motoring writers from the UK and around the world were invited to drive a selection of McLaren’s sports cars on local roads and at the world class …
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