Community Open Day 2025 

29/09/2025

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 …

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The Dairy at Taymouth Castle

25/07/2025

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 …

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Kenmore’s new information hub

25/07/2025

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 …

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The Capercaillie Trail

25/07/2025

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 …

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Enhancing Bat and Bird Populations Across the Estate

11/07/2025

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 …

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Kenmore Upgrades

24/06/2025

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 …

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Easter Craft & Family Treasure Hunt in Kenmore

17/04/2025

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. …

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Safeguarding Trees in and Around Kenmore

17/03/2025

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 …

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Moness Resort Pre-Application Notice 

28/01/2025

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 …

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Celebrating Kenmore and District Community Council’s SURF Awards Recognition 

24/01/2025

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 …

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