The much-anticipated event known as Celebrity Traitors has commenced this week, featuring Claudia Winkleman in the Scottish Highlands overseeing a competition between traitors and faithful participants vying for a charitable prize of up to £100,000.
Renowned personalities such as Jonathan Ross, Alan Carr, Stephen Fry, Kate Garraway, Tom Daley, Charlotte Church, Clare Balding, Cat Burns, Paloma Faith, and others have gathered at the castle to identify the chosen traitors among them using their intelligence.
The castle where The Traitors takes place has become famous for its beautifully landscaped gardens, extensive grounds, stunning library, cozy living room, and a designated bar. It has become a popular destination for fans interested in experiencing the setting firsthand.
Located in the Scottish Highlands about thirty minutes north of Inverness, the real-life setting for the show is Ardross Castle. While it is not a hotel, the castle can be rented for special events like weddings or corporate functions, as stated on its website.
Although the Roundtable Room seen on the show is not part of the actual castle setup, participants on the show are not accommodated on the property due to limited rooms. The castle guests are transferred to a nearby hotel for their stay, returning to the castle for breakfast.
For those interested in staying at a castle, there are various options across the UK available for bookings through platforms like Sykes Holiday Cottages, the Landmark Trust, Host Unusual, and Big House Experience, catering to different budgets and group sizes.
The popularity of The Traitors has led to an increase in tourism in Scotland, with more people seeking stays in the region. Chris Ross from Collinson International noted a surge in visits to Scottish airport lounges, attributing it to the show’s influence on travelers’ interest in Scotland, particularly the Highlands.
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