Megginch Castle

Heritage Site in Perthshire

Scotland

Megginch Castle

Pink-footed Geese A sizeable flock of Pinkfeet grazes on a field in the Carse of Gowrie near Fingask.
Pink-footed Geese Credit: Anne Burgess

Megginch Castle is a historic estate located in Perthshire, Scotland. Situated near the town of Errol, it is an impressive mansion with a rich history dating back to the 12th century. The castle is set within a beautiful landscape, surrounded by lush gardens and extensive grounds that cover over 1,000 acres.

Originally built as a tower house, Megginch Castle has undergone several transformations over the centuries. The current structure dates back to the 18th century when it was redesigned in the Georgian style by architect James Gillespie Graham. The castle features a magnificent façade with a symmetrical design, adorned with elegant columns and intricate detailing.

The interior of Megginch Castle is equally impressive, boasting grand reception rooms, ornate ceilings, and a stunning central staircase. The castle is home to a remarkable collection of artworks, antique furniture, and historical artifacts, offering visitors a glimpse into the past.

The estate surrounding the castle is a haven for nature lovers, with picturesque woodlands, meandering rivers, and stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Visitors can explore the extensive gardens, which include a walled garden, a woodland walk, and a beautiful rose garden. The estate also features a lake and a deer park, adding to its charm and natural beauty.

Megginch Castle is recognized as a heritage site of national importance in Scotland. It offers guided tours, allowing visitors to delve into its fascinating history and experience the grandeur of the castle and its surroundings.

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Megginch Castle Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.407/-3.223 or Grid Reference NO2424. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Pink-footed Geese A sizeable flock of Pinkfeet grazes on a field in the Carse of Gowrie near Fingask.
Pink-footed Geese
A sizeable flock of Pinkfeet grazes on a field in the Carse of Gowrie near Fingask.
Silo at the Horn Giant silo at Horn Farm, viewed from the east.
Silo at the Horn
Giant silo at Horn Farm, viewed from the east.
Cow on the roof The famous fibre-glass cow on the roof of the Horn Milk Bar.
Cow on the roof
The famous fibre-glass cow on the roof of the Horn Milk Bar.
Along the A90 near Balchalum Photographer is above the pavement.
Along the A90 near Balchalum
Photographer is above the pavement.
A90, Inchmichael The southbound A90, approaching the Inchmichael Junction.
A90, Inchmichael
The southbound A90, approaching the Inchmichael Junction.
Approach to Inchmichael Junction on A90 For Rait & Errol.
Approach to Inchmichael Junction on A90
For Rait & Errol.
Junction for Pitroddie Off A90 near Myreside.
Junction for Pitroddie
Off A90 near Myreside.
Overpass: From A90 to Plaistow At Inchmichael; between Perth and Dundee.
Overpass: From A90 to Plaistow
At Inchmichael; between Perth and Dundee.
Approaching Pitroddie turning on the A90
Approaching Pitroddie turning on the A90
A90 by North Inchmichael
A90 by North Inchmichael
Masonic Lodge, Errol Lodge The Carse of Gowrie No.871, Errol, Perthshire, Scotland.
Masonic Lodge, Errol
Lodge The Carse of Gowrie No.871, Errol, Perthshire, Scotland.
Entering Pannoch Wood
Entering Pannoch Wood
Entrance gates to Errol Park At Errol in Perthshire
Entrance gates to Errol Park
At Errol in Perthshire
Fields by the line Near Grange
Fields by the line
Near Grange
High Street, Errol The High Street in Errol, with a number of buildings constructed of brick - a brickworks once operated nearby at Inchcoonins - see Geograph image <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/143633">NO2323 : Brick and Tile Works</a>.
High Street, Errol
The High Street in Errol, with a number of buildings constructed of brick - a brickworks once operated nearby at Inchcoonins - see Geograph image NO2323 : Brick and Tile Works.
Farmland near Inchcoonans Farmland near Inchcoonans, waterlogged in places after several days of wet weather.
Farmland near Inchcoonans
Farmland near Inchcoonans, waterlogged in places after several days of wet weather.
Beehive kiln, Inchcoonans One of two beehive kilns at the disused brickworks in Inchcoonans - now listed buildings(*). These were capable of firing up to 100,000 bricks simultaneously. A number of brickworks were situated in this area - an example of the relationship between geology and land use - local deposits of alluvial clay can be seen on the Geology of Britain viewer: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://mapapps.bgs.ac.uk/geologyofbritain/home.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://mapapps.bgs.ac.uk/geologyofbritain/home.html">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

* Reference: British Listed Buildings; Inchcoonans Road, Errol Brick Company Brick Stacks and Kilns, Errol. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/sc-48180-inchcoonans-road-errol-brick-company-bric" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/sc-48180-inchcoonans-road-errol-brick-company-bric">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Beehive kiln, Inchcoonans
One of two beehive kilns at the disused brickworks in Inchcoonans - now listed buildings(*). These were capable of firing up to 100,000 bricks simultaneously. A number of brickworks were situated in this area - an example of the relationship between geology and land use - local deposits of alluvial clay can be seen on the Geology of Britain viewer: LinkExternal link * Reference: British Listed Buildings; Inchcoonans Road, Errol Brick Company Brick Stacks and Kilns, Errol. LinkExternal link
Inchcoonans brickworks site The former brickworks at Inchcoonans - with new building work in progress in March 2013.
Inchcoonans brickworks site
The former brickworks at Inchcoonans - with new building work in progress in March 2013.
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Megginch Castle is located at Grid Ref: NO2424 (Lat: 56.407, Lng: -3.223)

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