Mount Stuart
Extraordinary Gothic mansion house in a waterside setting.
Mountstuart, Isle of Bute, PA20 9LR
Facilities
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Accessible loos
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Accessible parking
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Bike storage facilities
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Cafe / restaurant
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Charged parking
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Easily accessible without car
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EV charging options
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Facilities for children
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Free parking
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Garden only
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Good journey mark
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Mostly wheelchair accessible
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Parkland / open spaces
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Pet friendly
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Picnic area
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Shop
- Accessible toilets
- Guide dogs welcome
- Accessible parking
- Wheelchair ramps/routes
Mount Stuart, Britain’s most spectacular Victorian Gothic house, offers a memorable day out for the whole family.
Walks on the beach, discoveries in the gardens, dazzling interiors, unique architectural details, seasonal events and exhibitions make Mount Stuart a place that captures the imagination!
The original house was built in 1719 by the 2nd Earl of Bute but had to be rebuilt after a fire in 1877 by the 3rd Marquess of Bute. The main part of the house is a striking example of 19th-century Gothic Revival architecture, built in a reddish-brown stone and takes inspiration from history, astrology, art and mythology.
In the company of a senior Guide, you will be taken on a tour of Mount Stuart’s magnificent interiors. Discover the fascinating history of the Bute family and view masterpieces from the Bute Collection. Further information is available here.
Important information: opening info is generated by artificial intelligence; check specific attraction details before travelling.
The indicator above will show ‘open’ when the public have any kind of access to any part of this property. That could be the park, a shop, or a special event, and may not reflect regular admission times to the main attraction. Always consult the website of the house or garden you intend to visit before travelling to check that the attraction you are interested in is open.
Mount Stuart House, Gardens, Cafe & Shop will reopen to the public on Wednesday, 1st April 2026. The opening season runs from 1st April to 18th October 2026, with specific opening schedules:
- 1st April to 30th June: Open six days a week, closed every Friday.
- 1st July to 31st August: Open daily.
- 1st September to 18th October: Open six days a week, closed every Friday.
Opening hours for the House are 11:30am to 3:00pm (extended to 11:30am to 4:00pm during July and August). The Gardens are open from 10:00am to 5:00pm. The Round-house (Tickets & Shop) operates from 10:00am to 4:00pm, except during April, September, and October when tickets are sold at the Family Entrance Shop. The Courtyard Cafe is open from 10:00am to 4:00pm, and the Family Entrance Shop is open from 11:30am to 3:00pm (extended to 11:30am to 4:00pm during July and August).
Special closures and early closures:
- The House, Cafe, and Shop will be closed on 25th April, 2nd-3rd May, 23rd May, 5th September, 24th-27th September, and 10th October. The Gardens and Courtyard Pantry will remain open.
- The House will close early at 2:00pm (last entry at 1:00pm) on 1st August and 19th September. The Gardens, Cafe, and Shop will remain open.
Private House Tours are available year-round, with specific conditions:
- 1 Hour Private Tour: Available in-season (April-October) on select dates, priced at £40.00 per person (minimum 2 people).
- 2 Hour Private Tour: Available year-round, priced at £60.00 per person (minimum 2 people).
Special events include:
- Trysorau Cymreig / Welsh Treasures: Object of the Month Displays: 1st April - 18th October 2026.
- Easter Family Fun: 4th, 5th, and 6th April 2026.
- Step into the Story of Mount Stuart: 1st April - 18th October 2026.
- Behind the Bricks & Mortar: Archivist Exhibition Talks: 16th April and 28th August 2026.
Visitors are encouraged to pre-book tickets online. Flexi Tickets allow free booking transfers or refunds up to 24 hours in advance. Discounts are available for Mount Stuart Members, self-catering guests, and groups of six or more. Additional information about group visits, catering options, and membership benefits is available.
Historic Houses members visit for free.
House and gardens:
Adult £18.25
Concession £16
Student £12
Child (5-15) £10
Child under 5 FREE
Family £55
Large groups are welcome at Mount Stuart and we have a number of packages available to make your visit extra special.
Group visits must be pre-booked and discounts on admission and catering packages are available for groups of 15 or more. We have ample coach parking at both the Visitor Centre and the House and tour leaders and coach drivers receive free entry.
We are able to offer educational workshops in the House and Gardens. Content can be tailored to fit with the school curriculum for both primary and secondary classes.
For more information please contact:
Morven Gregor
- Accessible toilets
- Guide dogs welcome
- Accessible parking
- Wheelchair ramps/routes
Getting here
Mountstuart, Isle of Bute, PA20 9LR
Mount Stuart is located on the Isle of Bute with good public transport links that are fully integrated ensuring that visitors can get here quickly and easily.
Once on the Isle of Bute from Rothesay ferry terminal Mount Stuart can be found by following the A844 (East Princes Street) approximately 4m down the coast. The entrance to Mount Stuart is clearly signposted on the left hand side.
We believe Mount Stuart was the first home in the world to have an indoor heated swimming pool, and the first house in Scotland to be purpose built with electric lights, central heating and a telephone system.
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