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Public Opening
Mount Stuart House, Gardens and Policies are currently closed to the public. Please continue to check our website or subscribe to our newsletter to keep up to date on our opening developments. Our team are working hard to prepare the site for reopening in spring 2021, full details will be released soon.
In line with government guidance, many of our staff are continuing to work from home. Given these extraordinary circumstances we may not be able to respond as quickly as we would like so please be patient; we will get back to you.
For any urgent enquiries please email: contactus@mountstuart.com and our team will respond as soon as possible.
Online Shop
Mount Stuart publications including 20 Masterpieces from Mount Stuart are currently available to purchase from our online shop. Visit the shop here.
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Ticket Prices
| Adult | £13 |
| Concession | £11 |
| Child (5-15) | £7.50 |
| Family (2 adults, 3 children) | £39 |
| Garden only | £8.25 |
| Groups of 15 or more | from £8.25 |
Closed Dates
On some dates throughout the year Mount Stuart may close early or open late due to private events. On these dates tour times may differ to those advertised, and some rooms may not be available to visit.
Getting Here
Mount Stuart is located on the Isle of Bute, the most accessible island on the west coast of Scotland. The Isle of Bute is approximately 90 minutes from Glasgow by road or rail, including a 35 minute ferry crossing from Wemyss Bay to Rothesay. Alternatively another ferry runs from Colintraive to Rhubodach, taking less than 5 minutes. A discounted joint ticket including ferry travel, bus travel and admission to Mount Stuart is available to purchase from CalMac at Wemyss Bay.
By Car
Mount Stuart is 5 miles south of the island's principal town: Rothesay, and is well signposted from the ferry terminal. If you are travelling using a sat nav system, please use the postcode PA20 9LR. Get directions on Google Maps.
Car parking is available free of charge at the Visitor Centre. Blue badge parking is available both at the Visitor Centre and main house. Please be aware that we do not have a designated parking area for motor homes.
By Bus
West Coast Motors operate a regular bus service 490/90 from Rothesay (Guildford Square) to Mount Stuart. The bus stop at Mount Stuart is a short walk from the Visitor Centre.
By Bicycle
Bicycle storage racks are available at the Visitor Centre next to the accessible parking and main house opposite the Rock Garden.
Group Visits
Large groups are welcome at Mount Stuart and we have a number of packages available to make your visit extra special.
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