Ross welcomes funding for expansion at Brodie Castle
Douglas Ross MP has welcomed news that £2.8 million of funding has been secured for an ambitious expansion plan at Brodie Castle near Forres.
Commenting Mr Ross said: “The National Trust for Scotland announced plans for the castle late last year, with architects using the walled garden area to create a garden of playfulness which will provide a family space and open the facility to the public on a much larger scale.”
“Planning permission for the plans was granted earlier this year and now this significant financial investment has been secured. Hopefully things can progress quickly. The plans include a shop, café and play area and it is projected that visitor numbers could double to 90,000 a year.
He added: “It goes without saying this will be a major boost to the local economy and will attract more visitors from around the whole region.”