As the trout fishing season approaches, our team is keeping a close eye on river conditions and taking necessary steps to protect native fish stocks. Along with the Loch Tay Association and local angling groups, our focus is on looking after the river catchment as a whole and supporting a healthy, balanced environment. We promote practices and initiatives that …
We were delighted to support Kenmore Community Council deliver a magical celebration of Christmas, with Mr & Mrs Claus, Kenmore Primary School, an amazing variety of local crafters, fabulous food and amazing performances from a variety of local musicians. The event kicked off with the award-winning Aberfeldy Gaelic Choir, followed by the arrival of Mr …
As November drew to a close, we had the pleasure of supporting a special bicentenary event celebrating the publication of the world’s first Gaelic dictionary, penned in 1825 by Kenmore-born Robert Armstrong. The well-attended evening, held in the nearby Breadalbane Reading Rooms, was a true celebration of Gaelic culture. Guests were treated to fine performances …
A magical afternoon awaits on Saturday, 6th December as Kenmore’s much-loved Christmas event returns. Organised by Kenmore Community Council and supported by local businesses, including Taymouth Castle, the day promises to be a festive delight. The village square will transform into a bustling Christmas market of local makers and independent stalls. Visitors can browse a …
The second Taymouth Castle Open Day took place on Saturday, 25th October, and we were delighted to welcome 396 local residents on our restoration tour, on a cool but dry and blustery day. With demand so high, we apologise to those who couldn’t secure a ticket or had to cancel due to illness. The good …
Unfortunately, due to high demand, all Community Open Day tickets have now been allocated. If you’d like to join the waitlist, please submit your details using the form at the end of the page below. Following the overwhelming response to last year’s event, we’re delighted to announce a second Taymouth Castle Community Open Day on …
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 …