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Who owns Glenlyon House Ashgrove?
Owners Otto and Virginia Buttula bought the neglected property in 2014, embarking on an extensive renovation to create a modern home for themselves and their two teenage daughters. The gardens, designed and created by Philippe Antelme, won three Landscape Queensland awards in 2017.
Who owns Chesthill estate?
Alastair Riddell
Alastair Riddell, who owns the Chesthill Estate, has previously said his business was cut by two-thirds over the past few years, because of pressures created by “irresponsible walkers” on the estate.
Who is Glen Lyon?
Glen Lyon is a corruption from the Gaelic “lithe” meaning “flood”, a frequent state of the River Lyon. Robert Campbell of Glenlyon (1630–1696), led the detachment of government troops responsible for the infamous Glencoe Massacre, of the MacDonalds of Glencoe in 1691.
What is the longest glen in Scotland?
Glen Lyon
Located in beautiful Perthshire, Glen Lyon is the longest enclosed glen in Scotland, stretching over a massive 32 miles (51 km). It forms part of the impressive 48,400 hectare Loch Lyon and Glen Lyon National Scenic Area.
Who owns North Chesthill estate?
Alistair Riddell
North Chesthill
| Estate | North Chesthill |
|---|---|
| Acreage | 6508 |
| OS 1:50k Sheet | 51 Loch Tay |
| Owner | Trustees of Donald J Molteno |
| Owner Address | c/o Alistair Riddell Balintyre Farm Glen Lyon ABERFELDY PH15 2NH |
Where is Glen Lyon FPSO?
The ship was built in South Korea and is anchored to the seabed at the Schiehallion and Loyal oil fields in the North Sea in waters 1,300ft deep. It is said by BP to be the largest “harsh water” FPSO ship in the world.
Can you drive through Glen Lyon?
It’s a fairly long drive through the glen on mostly good, single track road – about 40 minutes to Loch an Daimh at the far western end. The views from the road once you drive beyond the tearoom are particularly wild.
Where is Glen Affric?
Scotland
Glen Affric (Scottish Gaelic: Gleann Afraig) is a glen south-west of the village of Cannich in the Highland region of Scotland, some 15 miles (25 kilometres) west of Loch Ness. The River Affric runs along its length, passing through Loch Affric and Loch Beinn a’ Mheadhoin.
Can you walk around loch Lyon?
The track drops towards the only major water crossing on this side of the loch. If you choose the right line, it can be ridden across, but after heavy rain, it may not be passable. The large stones aren’t all the way across the river, so you can’t use them as stepping stones and you will get your feet wet.
Does Spencer Matthews own Glen Affric?
The 35-year-old took a trip to the lavish Glen Affric Estate this week, which is owned by her husband Spencer Matthews’ family. And the Howth native has been taking advantage of all Glen Affric has to offer by making use of their gym overlooking the stunning estate.
Where is the Glen Lyon House in Brisbane?
Glen Lyon is a heritage-listed villa at 34 Glenlyon Drive, Ashgrove, City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It was built from 1876 to 1877. It is also known as Marist Fathers Monastery.
Where was the home of the Campbells of Glen Lyon?
Meggernie Castle was the traditional home of the Campbells of Glen Lyon, Lairds included Captain Robert Campbell, who led the government troops who committed the Glencoe Massacre. A branch in the road beyond Meggernie Castle allows you to turn north west towards Loch an Diamh and its surrounding Munros, including Meall Buidhe.
How old is the castle in Glen Lyon?
The castle dates back to the 1500s, built by Red Duncan Campbell the Hospitable, who was not quite so hospitable that he overlooked the inclusion of gun-loops in the design. The castle was burned down during a raid by cattle thieves, and has stood as a ruin ever since.
When was the Stewart House in Grantully built?
This timber building was constructed around 1901 as a private residence for John Stewart, a prominent member of Brisbane society and the son of successful clothing merchant Alexander Stewart. The Stewart family built the nearby house of ‘Glen Lyon’ set on 250 acres in 1876.