SCOTLAND: The Quest Express host, Carrie Anne, interviews Angus Gordon Lennox about the storied history of Gordon Castle and the efforts he and his wife Zara have made to revitalize the estate.

🏰 Events, Accommodation & learn more ab out Gordon Castle:  https://www.gordoncastle.co.uk/

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🏰 Products: https://gordoncastlescotland.com/

🏰 Walled Garden Events: https://www.gordoncastle.co.uk/events-at-the-walled-garden/

Angus shares insights into the castle's rich past, its transformation into a luxury offering, and the various activities including salmon fishing, events, and gin-making workshops. Angus & Zara welcome international visitors, and are focused on future events, product expansion, and unique experiences at the castle. A castle was first established on the site of the Estate in 1479 by George, Second Earl of Huntly, the great, great grandson of Sir Adam Gordon, who had fought with Robert the Bruce at the Battle of Inverury in 1308.

Inside this episode:

• The Rich History of Gordon Castle
• Reviving a Historic Estate
• Activities and Offerings at Walled Gardens
• Reviving the Historic Walled Garden
• Transforming Produce into Products
• Building a Sustainable Business Model
• The Legacy of Gordon Castle
• A Friendly Castle: Myths and Memories
• Community Engagement and Philanthropy
• Welcoming International Visitors
• Connecting Through Events and Experiences

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ABOUT:  Angus is the owner of Gordon Castle and over the last 15 years with his wife Zara has transformed the business into a modern thriving rural national and international enterprise. It now provides world class accommodation, salmon fishing and other sports together with events, luxury products and an award winning garden visitor attraction, café and shop.

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