Gordonstoun House

This is a fine mansion with 3-storey, 8-bay central block facing north/south. 4-bay, 2-storey and attic wings to east and west. The impressive staircase hall leads to the first floor north and south drawing rooms.

The mural on the wall of the staircase hall is the work of George Kennedy, the School’s first architect, who arrived during World War II and taught classics. The mural was intended to provide inspiration for the progressive development of the estate, following the School’s return to Gordonstoun after the war and on finding the buildings in a state of dilapidation.

The school has kindly offered to give talks on the history and philosophy of the school in the South Room at 14.30, 15.30 and 16.30.

Gordonstoun is about five miles north of Elgin on the B9012 Duffus road; the entrance will be signed. Cars can be parked behind Cumming House, between Hopeman House/Aberlour House and at the Refectory car park (see centre pages) Cyclists are welcome. Dog owners are requested to leave their dogs at home as suitable shaded car park areas cannot be guaranteed. If present they should be kept on a lead.

Disabled access to almost all areas. For assistance ask one of the Stewards.

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