Guthrie Castle

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Guthrie Castle

Guthrie Castle is a castle and country house, located in the village of Guthrie, 18 miles north-east of Dundee in Angus, Scotland. The castle dates back to the 15th century, although much of the present building is of 19th century origin. It is now a private house, but is hired out as a venue for corporate events and weddings.

[edit] History

Guthrie Castle comprises a tower house, originally built by Sir David Guthrie (1435-1500), Treasurer and Lord Justice-General of Scotland, in 1468. The Guthrie family later built a house beside the tower. In 1848, the two were linked by a baronial style expansion, to designs by David Bryce.

[edit] Restoration

In 1984 Guthrie Castle was purchased by Daniel S. Peña Sr., an American businessman. Mr. Pena restored the castle to its 19th century condition, and built a golf course within the estate in 1994/95. Visiting the castle is restricted to guests with reservations for private use.