Cambusnethan House

Cambusnethan House is a Gothic Revival mansion built from sandstone with octagonal corner towers, pointed arch windows on the ground floor, and rectangular windows on the upper levels. The structure now stands in ruins due to fire damage and subsequent deterioration.

The mansion was built in 1820 by architect James Gillespie Graham to replace a 17th-century manor that burned down in 1816. This created a new structure on a site with much older roots.

The Lockhart family crest featuring a casket, heart, and lock is carved above the main entrance and on the main staircase balusters, marking the family's deep ties to this place.

Access to the ruins is restricted as the building is on Scotland's Buildings at Risk Register and heavily damaged. Visitors should approach cautiously and keep a safe distance from unstable sections.

During the 1970s, the building briefly served as a venue for medieval banquets before falling into disrepair. This use turned the ruins into a gathering place for theatrical celebrations.

Location: North Lanarkshire

Location: Cambusnethan

GPS coordinates: 55.75542,-3.94450

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:41