Taymouth Castle's Renowned Golf Course
Taymouth Castle has a well known golf course on its grounds and stands on the east end of Loch Tay in Perthshire, Scotland. It lies west of Pitlochry and Aberfeldy. Taymouth Castle was the ancient seat of the powerful Campbell Earls and Marquises of Breadalbane.
The present 19th Century neo-Gothic castle stands on the site of an ancient castle known as Balloch Castle that had been built in 1550 for Sir Colin Campbell of Glenorchy. His son, known as Black Duncan of the Castles, had constructed or refurbished six castles on their extensive estate. Towards the end of the 17th century the family fell on hard times and plans for the new castle were put on hold. Later, during the time of the first Earl, the family fortunes improved and Taymouth Castle was built.
The castle was one of the grandest to be built in the early 19th century in Scotland. The central structure with its corner towers and cloistered colonnade were built in1806. A 100 feet high grand central staircase with exquisite plaster work rose through all four floors and was considered to be the most impressive staircase of its day. No expense was spared in decorating the interiors with carvings, murals and plasterwork. The best designers, craftsmen and architects of the day were employed. Many of the ceilings were painted by Cornelius Dixon. The rooms also incorporated panels of medieval stained glass and Renaissance woodwork.
The castle was eventually sold to The Taymouth Castle Hotel Company Ltd and it ran as a hotel before the Second World War. The deer park on the estate was converted into a magnificent golf course. During the WWII the government requisitioned the castle and it was used as a convalescent home. After the war Taymouth Castle became the headquarters for Civil Defence Training in Scotland. For a short duration after the Second World War a school for children of American servicemen posted in the region was run in the Castle.
The future plans for the opulent Taymouth Castle are unknown but present owners have tried to ensure that the Castle is kept in good order.
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Casey V. Wiese - 2010-06-19 03:40:16
I lived in Tamouth Castle when I was about 10 years old in the 1970's with 2 other brothers and a sister when it was a boarding school. I have lots of fond memories of that place and i too am saddened by hearing the news of it's mis-fortunes since then. If only I had the money, there is no other place on earth I would rather live.
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Mrs.Daphne Harrison - 2009-08-29 03:26:15
After visiting the castle last month how sad to see it looking so neglected and unloved. Over the years we have visited the castle and had three tours at various times of the inside, thanks to the old caretaker, now sadly having died, he loved that old castle, and I'm sure his spirit must still wander around there.Please someone take it in hand very soon.
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Elizabeth A. Chapman - 2009-08-28 23:38:50
How I would love to see Taymouth turned into a tourist attraction such as Glamis Castle. It is just lovely! And Taymouth would draw many many people to its beauty and emmense historical significance. thank you.
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