Colzium, Historic house and category B listed building in Kilsyth, United Kingdom
Colzium is a house with Victorian frontage and wings set within a large estate featuring gardens and parkland. The building contains architectural elements from different periods and retains details spanning several centuries.
The house was built in 1783 and expanded in 1861 with Victorian features added. During the 1940s, portions were removed to address structural damage from dry rot.
The second floor houses a museum created within a converted chapel, displaying local artifacts including stonework from Kilsyth Castle and exhibits about the region's industrial past.
The estate offers parking for visitors and can be used for weddings and business events. Guided tours are available for those wanting to learn more about the property and its history.
A restored Scottish ice house from the 17th century stands on the grounds, originally used for storing ice. Nearby are excavated remains of a medieval tower structure that lay buried for centuries.
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