Castle Menzies

A visitor attraction, museum, clan centre, wedding and conference venue and more – Castle Menzies is a beautiful 16th century castle in Highland Perthshire.

Restored from ruin in the 20th century, Castle Menzies is a great Renaissance example of the transition in Scottish castles, from earlier, rugged Highland fortresses to the mansion houses that came later.

The castle is less furnished than other Scottish castles, but as a result you will get a greater feeling of exactly what it was like all those centuries ago. Instead of plush carpets and furniture, you will find stone walls, shot holes, original timbers and other fascinating details which add to the castle's authenticity.

There is a Walled Garden in the castle grounds which sadly fell into decline when the castle was sold and the estate was broken up in 1914. Steeped in history, The Walled Garden was said to have initiated an interest in one of Clan Menzies’ most famous members – the 19th century botanist and explorer Archibald Menzies – whose works are now commemorated in an exhibition in the castle.

An interesting and unique castle in stunning Highland Perthshire, Castle Menzies is sure to leave a lasting impression on anyone interested in historic Scottish castles.