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Taymouth Castle, Community Open Day 

01/10/2024

Sorry, due to popular demand, all Community Open Day tickets have now been allocated. Thank you for your understanding. We are delighted to invite you to our Taymouth Castle Open Event on the 12th October 2024  This ticketed event will celebrate the craftsmanship of the talented artisans who have returned Taymouth Castle to its former glory.   …

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TEMPORARY PATH CLOSURES

27/08/2024

To facilitate essential cable installation, temporary diversions will be in place along our core paths. As illustrated in Fig.1, the core path will be closed from Monday 2nd September to Saturday 14th September inclusive for Phase 1. Upon reopening, Phases 2 and 3 will be carried out between Monday 16th September and Friday 18th October, …

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Fortingall Art Exhibition

13/08/2024

We were delighted to support the Fortingall Art Exhibition once again this year, marking its 20th anniversary from July 20th to August 4th in the Molteno Hall. Fortingall Art, Highland Perthshire’s premier annual art event, has been a cherished summer tradition in the village of Fortingall since 2004. Organised by local artists, the exhibition showcased …

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Kenmore is blossoming

06/08/2024

 Visitors to Kenmore this summer will notice added bursts of colour, thanks to the help of Bridget and the Estate’s horticultural team.   In this blog, she explains some of the floral varieties that can be admired.  Just now the village is adorned with vibrant hanging baskets featuring a variety of petunias, including cascading Surfinia, …

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Eradicating Japanese Knotweed & Protecting Natural Heritage

15/07/2024

At Taymouth Estate, we are working with Mark Purrmann-Charles at the Scottish Invasive Species Initiative (SISI) to tackle a significant Japanese Knotweed infestation on the river Tay in the Newhall and Lyon confluence area. With its rapid growth this invasive plant threatens local biodiversity and riverbank stability, making its control crucial for preserving our environment. …

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Baron's Hall Lanterns

Reflections on Taymouth Castle’s Stained Glass

08/07/2024

At Taymouth Castle, the artistry of stained glass reveals a rich tapestry of history and craftsmanship. Scottish artisans, Rainbow Glass, are one of two specialists entrusted with this conservation work. In this update we take a look at these efforts. Phase one: The Grand Staircase The first phase of work concerned the meticulous preservation of …

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Supporting The Friendly Games

26/06/2024

The Taymouth Castle team is thrilled to support the Kenmore Highland Games on 03 July 2024. Held annually since 1975 at the Sports Field in Kenmore and managed by the Kenmore & District Sports Association (KDSA), the much-loved ‘Friendly Games’ attract visitors eager to enjoy traditional heavy events such as the shot putt, hammer throw, …

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Perthshire’s Ballintaggart reopen Kenmore village shop

20/06/2024

Following extensive renovation by Taymouth Castle Estate, Kenmore’s historic village shop is giving a warm welcome to customers under new operators, Ballintaggart. A renowned name in Perthshire’s hospitality scene, Ballintaggart has reopened and will run the beloved village shop from today, bringing convenience and choice to the local community. The shop will offer an array …

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Our Economic Impact

02/05/2024

The Taymouth Estate has undertaken a number of initiatives to keep local residents and businesses informed about the project’s progress and what it means for the environment, access and economy in the region. These initiatives were prompted by our discussions with our neighbours, local councils and elected officials as well our desire to share information …

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Kenmore Beach public toilets Now open

19/04/2024

We’re delighted to announce that the public toilets by the beach area in Kenmore are now open.  Thanks to the support and feedback from the local community, we have transformed the facility to cater to walkers, beachgoers, and village visitors alike. From plumbing upgrades to refreshed interiors, these improvements will provide a more comfortable experience …

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