A 19th-century mansion with extravagant interiors and expansive gardens. Learning is at our heart – and drives all of Mount Stuart's activity.

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The 2nd Earl of Bute put together plans for the first Mount Stuart in 1716, with the house being completed in 1719, before later suffering from severe fire damage.

Taking a moment to absorb the sheer beauty of the building is an unforgettable part of the Mount Stuart experience. And that’s before you’ve stepped through the door. Inside, design inspired …

Set against a striking Firth of Clyde backdrop, our 300 acres of gardens boast arboricultural and horticultural collections of global significance. From spring’s rhododendron and magnolia …

Mount Stuart’s architectural journey is a story in itself. The original house was built from 1719, but was severely damaged by fire in 1877. Most of the…

There are many surprising stories to discover at Mount Stuart: from its use as a naval hospital during WW1, complete with operating theatre, to secret doors, unfinished works and artefacts …

Delve into the shelves of the ornate library, or immerse yourself in a musical performance against the stunning backdrop of Mount Stuart. Art aficionado or not, here you can experience the arts …

Soaring to a height of eighty feet the Marble Hall - constructed from rare Italian and Sicilian marbles - forms what Gavin Stamp has called ‘the dark and mysterious heart of Mount Stuart’.

Dating from 1158 to the present day, the archive preserves the extraordinary historic records at Mount Stuart. These consist of family papers and estate correspondence, as well as intricate …