DiCamillo Companion
Scotland

Dean Castle

Kilmarnock

East Ayrshire

Scotland

Circa Date: 14th century w/15th & 20th century additions and alterations

Status: Fully Extant

House Open to Public: Yes

Country House: Yes

  • House & Family History: In 1975 the 9th Lord Howard de Walden donated the castle, the estate, and important collections of musical instruments and arms and armor to the people of Kilmarnock.

  • House Listed: Category A

    Park Listed: Not Listed

  • Past Seat / Home of: Sir Thomas Boyd, 14th century; James Boyd, 18th century; Boyd family here from 1316 until 1746. Thomas Evelyn Scott-Ellis, 8th Baron Howard de Walden and 4th Baron Seaford, 1900-46; John Osmael Scott-Ellis, 9th Baron Howard de Walden and 5th Baron Seaford, 1946-75.

    Current Ownership Type: Government

    Primary Current Ownership Use: Visitor Attraction

    Ownership Details: Owned by East Ayrshire Council

  • House Open to Public: Yes

    Phone: 01563-574-916

    Website: https://www.deancastlecountrypark.com

    Historic Houses Member: No

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