Over 40 members attended the Society’s visit to Balcarres house and gardens at the invitation of the Earl and Countess of Crawford and Balcarres. The Earl gave us a gripping account of his family history and then conducted us on a tour of the house, talking us through its outstanding collection of European art, and with Dr David Jones on hand to tell us about its 18th century furniture.
Thereafter we were able to explore Balcarres’ magnificent terraced gardens, and visit the atmospheric 16th century roofless Chapel.
Our tour culminated with the traditional ENFPS drinks and nibbles in the courtyard.
A donation of the £400 proceeds of ticket sales for the visit was made to our hosts’ chosen charity, St Monans 1875 Disaster Memorial Garden, with ENFPS donating a further £400. This photo shows the subsequent handing over at Balcarres of the ENFPS cheque to Kim Cameron representing the Memorial Garden project.