This event has finished. Thank you to all who attended. Following the overwhelming response to last year’s event, we’re delighted to announce a second Taymouth Castle Community Open Day on Saturday, 25th October 2025. As with last year, this tour is only open to permanent residents living in postcode areas: PH15 2, PH9 0, and …
On Tom Mòr Hill above the River Tay lies The Dairy. Built around 1830 from designs by architect William Atkinson, its walls are a distinctive bright white thanks to local quartz reportedly chiselled from the base of Ben Lawers. Originally both a working dairy and a belvedere, it was deliberately sited to take in sweeping …
Kenmore’s iconic Tudor-style phone box, dating back to the 1930s, has been lovingly restored to its former glory. A huge thank you to Taymouth Castle’s facilities maintenance team, who carried out the careful restoration and ensured this little landmark continues to shine. This charming piece of village heritage will take on a new purpose. Kenmore …
Kenmore’s history is closely entwined with one of Scotland’s most iconic and elusive birds, the capercaillie. This striking bird once roamed the forests of Highland Perthshire, and in 1837, Lord Breadalbane played a pivotal role in its return, reintroducing the bird to the grounds of Taymouth Castle. It is even believed that subsequent reintroductions across …
Whilst construction works across the Estate are underway, the team is working closely with Environmental Consultants, Gavia and Tay Ecology, to ensure that appropriate measures are in place to protect the varied fauna on site, including the enhancement of both bat and bird populations. Sites have been thoroughly surveyed to check for nesting birds and …
Kenmore Beach is now more accessible thanks to the installation of a new access ramp. This upgrade, undertaken by Taymouth Castle following conversations with the local additional support needs Lego Club, enables smoother access from the car park to the beach for users of scooters, bikes, wheelchairs, and buggies. Adding to these changes, an accessible …
Looking for a fun-filled family day out this Easter? Join us in Kenmore on Sunday 20th April for a morning of Easter-themed activities! In partnership with the Scottish Crannog Centre, the Reading Rooms will be hosting a mix of seasonal crafts, a fairy door treasure trail, bonnet making, egg and biscuit decorating, and plenty more. …
Following a detailed assessment by our arborist and consultation with the PKC tree felling department, we have made the necessary decision to remove additional dead or diseased trees around the Estate. This proactive measure is essential to ensure public safety and to protect the health of the surrounding trees. These trees, weakened by disease or decay, pose a risk of …
An investment group affiliated with the Taymouth Estate acquired Moness Resort in 2023. Owners have submitted a Pre-Application Notice (PAN) to Perth and Kinross Council proposing a change of use for some of the Resort’s holiday cottages. The proposed plan will allow select cottages to serve a dual purpose: This initiative is designed to tackle the …
Taymouth Castle extends heartfelt congratulations to the Kenmore and District Community Council (KDCC) for their well-earned recognition in the esteemed 2024 SURF Awards. The Kenmore District Revitalisation project was honoured as one of 15 exceptional community regeneration initiatives across Scotland, receiving a commendation in the “Improving Scotland’s Places” category. This achievement showcases KDCC’s unwavering commitment …