Ardkinglas House, a neo-baronial mansion was designed and built in 1907 by Robert Lorimer, one of Scotland’s leading architects of the day. The house, its renowned Gardens and its extensive estate with a four mile frontage on upper Loch Fyne and extending the length of Glen Fyne to Ben Lui, has a track record as a film location.
The Estate runs:
- Friday tours of Ardkinglas Houseat 2.30pm every Friday afternoon from April 3rd until 30th October. £6 per person
- Saturday tours of Ardkinglas House at 11.00am on the last Saturday of each month frm May to September. £6 per person
- Guided Policy Walks led by Alastair MacCallum – a choice of three in a scheduled programme from April. Details of each walk are below. The 2009 schedule will be added shortly.
Guided Policy Walks
Heritage Walk round the policies of Ardkinglas with information on estate activities over the last 100 years. Fairly easy walk but stout footwear required. £4 per person
Glen Fyne Walk to the head of Glen Fyne. Drive part way up Glen Fyne then walk 3.5 miles to the head of the glen and return by same route. Gentle walking on paths and uneven surfaces. Stout footwear required. £5 per person
Newton Hill Walk Drive part way up Glen Fyne. Walk to top of Newton Hill (422m) – good views. A more challenging walk. Some steep inclines and rough ground. £5 per person
Group Bookings: The Estate is happy to arrange bookings for Groups of 8 or more for a house tour or a guided walk at times to suit you.
Boooking Details: for House Tours, Walks or Group Bookings, please contact Ardkinglas Estate Office – by phone on 01499 600261; by Fax on 01499 600241; or by email at info@ardkinglas.com
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