Castle Menzies

Aberfeldy
Perth and Kinross
PH15 2JD

Tel: +44 (0)1887 820 982
Web: http://www.menzies.org


This spectacular sixteenth century castle, restored by the Menzies Clan Society, welcomes visitors. Seat of the Chiefs of Clan Menzies for over 400 years and importantly situated, it was involved in the turbulent history of the Highlands and here Bonnie Prince Charlie rested on his way to Culloden in 1746.

Architecturally fascinating, it is a splendid example of the transition between an earlier rugged fortress and later mansion house and contains many features of interest together with a number of family portraits, specimen pieces of furniture and a small clan museum. There is also a walled garden. Small Gift Shop.

 

Opening Times
(2007 times)
1st April to mid October: Monday to Saturday 10.30am - 5.00pm. Sunday 2.00pm - 5.00pm (last entry 4.30pm).

Admission Charges
(2007 prices)
Admission Charge: All proceeds exclusively used for the continued restoration and maintenance under a Charitable Trust.

Directions
1.5 miles west of Aberfeldy on route B846.
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