Torosay Castle Short History
Torosay Castle is really just a
Victorian baronial mansion, dating from 1858 and designed by David
Bryce. Originally known as Duart House, it
was renamed Torosay when Duart Castle was restored.
It was built for John Campbell but the expense
forced him to sell it in 1865.The Guthrie
family, whose descendants, later Guthrie-James, purchased it, and still owns
it.
The Castle Today
Torosay is a family castle, and
visitors are invited to make themselves at home. The information notices are often
humorous.
The gardens extend to 12 acres and include a statue
walk, various terraces, and the Japanese Garden. A narrow gauge railway can be used to reach
the castle from near Craignure Pier.
Torosay Castle
Map&Location
Address: Torosay Castle & Gardens, Craignure,
Isle of Mull PA65 6AY, United Kingdom. Get help with directions using the map provided
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Torosay Castle Photos
Torosay Castle
Torosay Castle gardens
Torosay Castle gardens
Fountain in the grounds of Torosay Castle
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