We're Restoring a Castle in Scotland: Our Dream Project Begins

[@BlueSky-ec7wn]

Im not sure anyone else has spotted this but Who is the old Victorian dressed gentleman standing side on in the window with his palms crossed looking out at everyone, pause the video @ 2:45 😱

[@melanietomlinson2588]

Oh, I see that as well. 😮

[@BlueSky-ec7wn]

@@melanietomlinson2588 I think that maybe the spirit of the original owner...who knows.

[@KnockderryCastle]

That would be Chauncey 😂 instagram.com/reel/CzB1Jh0tNi8/?igsh=MXNqMGpxYzgwdjU5dg==

[@BlueSky-ec7wn]

@@KnockderryCastle 😆

[@eveningstar1]

The butler in the window

[@ROMZYDLX]

As a Scotman, I really appreciate someone doing this! There are many castles and cathedrals left dormant or dilapidated from Robert the Bruce, the Jacobite rebellion and the subsequent two world wars. It was always in my mind if I had the capital to do this I would, Kudos for actually pulling the trigger. I'll be keeping a keen eye on your videos for sure!

[@KnockderryCastle]

This is so kind. Thank you so much!

[@GiàngThịMỷ-h8d]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@pm1104]

So what sort of budget is for the restoration please? ❤

[@WhichUniverseIsThis]

As an Englishman I wholeheartedly agree, your country is beautiful, and seeing someone save this incredible history warms my heart. Sadly today too much of our history is being lost. ❤🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇬🇧👍

[@noraelliott7304]

I look forward to watching you restore this beautiful castle. I have seen a few "privately" funded restorations. I think there is a Restoration Scotland fund to help with such projects. Thank you to everyone on your team for all their hard work and good luck with it all.🇨🇦😀❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@quikscot1528]

Our family lived in Knightswood just prior to the war and the daughter of the family that lived upstairs from us, worked in Templeton's rug factory at Anniesland Cross. After we all survived the bombing, the factory still stood and resumed full production in due time. Twenty years later, I emigrated to the USA, but my parents still lived in Glasgow until their deaths many years later. I was home to bury them each time one passed. Glasgow has transformed itself over the years from an imdustrial center to a place of culture and beauty. Perhaps someday I'll get back again, but at 87 that probability diminishes each year. I love to see the restoration and transformation of buildings of significance and pray that this restoration is complete in due time. God bless your efforts. Don C.

[@Lindastyle]

Well, if you have the funds, just do it. As long as you are able to travel, visit your homeland ❤

[@lindaj5492]

My Great-Aunt worked as a carpet fitter for Templetons before & for a while after WW2: her hands gnarled with arthritis from wielding carpet-cutting scissors. I hope you decide to “just do it” - Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum is a must. And if not, there are many Scots KZbinrs posting interesting videos about the country. 😊

[@raymondporter2094]

Come on! One last visit home to nourish the soul. If you don't do it now, you won't have time ....

[@bogardus11]

Omg bless your precious ❤️ heart. You have seen so much. I hope the people around you are listening. We are♥️

[@rosie0970]

Of course there is always the option of going to see Glasgow when you pop your cloggs, you get to see all the elder family and travel wherever you want, Happy sightseeing.

[@cassandra_L885]

I love Scottland. My dad was British, and my mum is Australian, but every time I visit Scotland, I feel a pull to the country, a sense of peace, and a feeling of home. The last time I was there in 2023, I saw so many castles that needed restoration. Unfortunately, it's not something that I will ever be able to afford to do, but I'm so happy to see that you are so lucky to be able to save some of its history.

[@KnockderryCastle]

Thank you so much for this ❤

[@jerrygoggins5663]

@cassandra_L885 my Dad was American and my mother was Australian, her mother was from London. I always had a strong attraction to Ireland/Britain and Scotland and would love just to visit!

[@pd9935]

⁠@@jerrygoggins5663you’d be welcome but remember Scotland and Britain aren’t separate. Scotland is in Britain. Britain is 3 countries (England, Scotland, Wales) and the United kingdom is 4 countries (Northern Ireland)

[@GailBurfoot]

@@pd9935you must be English 😂

[@alfredthegreat194]

​@@GailBurfoot'Britian' is geographical, not political.

[@TerriJansma-dn8go]

Just a gorgeous building! I can’t wait to watch the progress.

[@KnockderryCastle]

Thank you! ❤

[@marklynch-yk2tu]

Building amazing, people rat-bastards

[@Wolfie387]

I am delighted to see you guys renovating this magnificent building. In doing so, you're restoring our heritage and bringing back to life our history whilst employing gifted tradesmen/craftsmen(women). Good luck.

[@RjMHart]

It’s so inspiring to see someone with the resources to do something like this - DO THIS. It’s a testament to the idea that there are still people in this world that care more about history and leaving something for the future than they do about instant gratification. You guys are amazing! I hope there’s a feature film coming.. With all due respect Matt Damon, We Bought a Zoo? That’s cute… Look what we did…😇

[@KnockderryCastle]

This is too kind ❤ Thank you!

[@pammy3514]

Love it! More videos please!

[@KnockderryCastle]

@@pammy3514we are working on more long form videos! Stay tuned!

[@jcfgh]

Thank you to the wonderful couple who are spending their money to do this. The New World coming to the rescue of the Old World. We appreciate it.

[@michaelmcclafferty3346]

A massive well done to you all for the work that you are doing. My girlfriend ( now wife) and I used to go to Knockderry for a quiet drink in 1978. It was then a hotel and run by a wonderfully eccentric old lady called Francie. She was a gem. I’m 69 years old now but have very fond memories of visiting Knockderry. I wish you all the best. PS- the castle was also used for a BBC , TV film production called - ‘ Take Three Girls’ in the 1970’s.

[@kirsteneasdale5707]

You’re thinking of Knockderry House Hotel (it’s still a hotel) which is near the castle.

[@michaelmcclafferty3346]

@@kirsteneasdale5707 No, I have been in the Knockderry Castle hotel but this was Knockderry castle as shown in the video. I’m sure there will still be people alive locally who remember Francie. She was a gem.

[@AnAmericanvoice]

Was it an episode it was in or was it frequently in the series?

[@synchronicity1470]

@@kirsteneasdale5707 thank God. I was thinking of those authentic castle rooms chopped up and modernized for a modern hotel. eek

[@marysabaj2129]

Beautiful! Looking forward to following your journey.

[@KnockderryCastle]

Thanks for being here!

[@meandmine8685]

Me too.

[@2meterPeter.]

Well done to everyone. Especially the person operating the camera. Great angles!

[@michelleg7]

I love watching the restoration, its beautiful and such an appreciation for keeping the integrity of the castle.

[@jamesparham3815]

I remember seeing the listing for the castle, and fell in love with the place. It makes me feel so good that someone bought it and is rebuilding it right. I will follow your progress with a smile on my face. Thank you for taking this on.

[@jimmyconway8025]

How much was it listed for?

[@jamesparham3815]

@@jimmyconway8025 I don't recall off the top of my head, but it was very reasonable. Of course the repairs will not be cheap. Anything worth doing right is never cheap.

[@jimmyconway8025]

@@jamesparham3815 yeah. I'm not sure they know what they've gotten into ! Ha! Got to be multi millions to restore plus landscaping and cottage.

[@Troll200000]

It was listed for 1.25 Million Pounds but sold for 1.15 Million at the end. You might think that's a bargain for such a gorgeous castle and property but the renovations will bancrupt you very very quickly if you are not extremely careful. And there is no way you can accurately plan such a project. You will find rot, damage, problems around every corner - which was not previously anticipated or budgeted. I wish them all the luck and fortune in the world to save the castle, but it wont be an easy road.

[@jimmyconway8025]

@Troll200000 yeah that's def not a bargain. But at same time it's a castle with other buildings and 7 acres. Feel the whole project could be $3 million more

[@blakehahn-atlantaga8510]

Amazing! The team you’ve assembled is incredible too!

[@KnockderryCastle]

Thank you so much! They really are the best.

[@CatMindy2187-o4v]

Im all onboard!!!sounds like a fairy tale

[@jimenamaringuzman7664]

I´m a Restorator of Cultural Heritage and it has always been my dream restore a castle in Scotland! one day... 🥰

[@IanLavery-o7j]

Hi Ian from Glasgow .thank you for saving a part of Scottish history .looking forward to you bringing life back to the castle . Wishing you both all the best for the future x

[@lifeofryan.]

This is amazing! Best of luck and well done making an epic video, can't wait to see more 😊

[@bobolpatrick3789]

salut toi

[@deesa3500]

Hi Ryan!

[@annieoconnor9778]

So excited to follow and see the progress 🙏🏻🇬🇧

[@debs1664]

This is fascinating! Thank you for sharing!!

[@JanGrimm-s2y]

OH MY GOODNESS, ITS BEAUTIFUL! I'm so glad you found it and purchased it to be restored!!!!❤😍

[@lorriepaints1490]

One of my favourite things is old historical buildings. So grateful people are saving them and not tearing them down. Thanks you so much for preserving the craftsmanship of past generations so future generations can see the skill involved in building amazing castles. Wish I has the money to do the same thing . Perhaps some day I’ll come and visit and see your restoration. Old buildings like this seem to thrive when someone who loves them steps in to restore their greatness once again.

[@sandracuthbert1217]

May your restoration go well. This is a lovely project. 😊

[@KnockderryCastle]

Thank you! 😊

[@bailienicoljarvie2878]

Knockderry has had a tough time of it in recent decades. Its good to see it getting a bit of TLC.

[@thomasburns272]

I just found your channel! The castle is so beautiful! I look forward to watching the progress!

[@staceybohlke1881]

This is an amazing project. I am in. Thank you for taking this on and working with so many skilled people. Looking forward to following this journey. Stay safe.

[@KnockderryCastle]

Thanks for joining us! 🏰

[@georgegrubbs2966]

Happy to see people with the vision, energy, and resources to take on a project of this size. Good luck! I'll be tracking progress.

[@shannonbailey8201]

I dream of visiting the lovely country. My ancestors are from there. What a wonderful undertaking. It will be a long, incredible journey, but I can’t wait to find out all your discoveries and see the marvelous castle restored.

[@denisedixon4028]

Hello from Penticton B.C Canada in the Okanagan Valley. I noticed a few hours ago your blog ,I have been to Scotland and fell in love I'm from the Clan Kieth .I'm so happy you are saving this beautiful Castle .I will be watching your progress ,very happy for you in this adventure of yours and thank you for restoring another Castle in Scotland .

[@CelesteStephens-z6f]

More more more!!! Can't wait for another!

[@lov34lif31]

Just found it and already wanting more! Subscribed and ready! Let's go!

[@thekfcboss64]

I’m the same, couldn’t hit the subscribe button fast enough. Really looking forward to seeing how this transformation progresses, it’s a magnificent building in a stunning location, I’m only a lottery win away from doing something similar.

[@KnockderryCastle]

@@thekfcboss64you are too kind. Thank you for joining us!

[@cher128bx]

Greetings from the East Coast of the U.S. I'm so happy to have found your channel. This castle is breathtakingly beautiful. I cannot wait to see where the journey takes you. You are so lucky to have had Knockderry Castle choose you as the perfect couple that will restore it to its spectacular glory.

[@KnockderryCastle]

Thank you so much and welcome!!

[@lowentx]

Wonderful to see you post a longer video of the goings on at the castle. I love that you introduced some of the crew you have working on site. Adds more interest as we get to know you all.

[@aarona3606]

What an amazing opportunity. Glad its being restored!

[@munawarakbar4649]

Great work and glad you're saving it for the future generations.

[@johnmontague4245]

Hi guys, thank you so much for the wonderful work that you are undertaking. As a Scotsman it saddens me that so many of our wonderful old castles are left to rot and disintegrate. Both of you, and the whole team deserve much credit and praise for taking this challenge on. The video was wonderfully shot, and produced. The narration is informative and interesting. I’m subscribed and really looking forward to witnessing the progress. Thank you so much for doing this.

[@id104335409]

It looks like it came straight from a movie! Beautiful castle. Magical.

[@sandradrees5499]

Wow!!! What a project! The 3D imaging is incredible, so is the castle! It looks like a huge undertaking but it seems you have a fabulous team on board to help you. Looking forward to watching your progress x

[@nicholasreyling1278]

Imagine how many of these places have hidden rooms no one knows about

[@milagroguardiola7150]

Thanks!

[@KnockderryCastle]

Thank you so much!

[@juliedavis3575]

Thank you for the video.

[@donaldauguston9740]

Congrats on your new home. I look forward to your new adventure. Take care, DA (Vancouver, WA)

[@bertieb9510]

I look forward to following your progress

[@Gwenne-l8d]

So cool!!!!!!! 😊 I’ll watch!

[@shehazi695]

Wonderful, beautiful and inspiring project. Thank you for taking it on so sensitively and for choosing to share it with us🙏🏽

[@ellenlepore3083]

Such a beautiful restoration of a Scottish Castle 🏰 steeped in history ❤️….Bravo

[@3_3645]

Glad you can save it

[@anneg5720]

As a scottish citizen i sincerely appreciate that you are preserving one of the many abandoned magnificent structures in scotland. This architecture deserves to be preserved, modern is diabolical compared to the past. I wish you all the best and im so excited to follow your journey, i have a friend who does stone masonry restoration work on castles etc carving gargoyles ,celtic crosses and so on. Its an amazing skill.

[@p_embo]

Your castle is like a dream, so beautiful, I love it. ❤❤

[@JB-pd6bn]

So exciting to watch from the USA. Hats off to you for saving something with profound history and beauty. I can't wait to tag along on your journey! ❤🎉

[@Daihatsu_Hijet]

When I go on Facebook I’m always hoping there will be an update from the castle 😊I’m thrilled you’re here too!

[@MoneyPitCastle]

glad to see you on youtube. long overdue

[@ibosquez5238]

Dude I'm in Texas! I subscribed to _you!_ I love your channel.

[@MoneyPitCastle]

​@@ibosquez5238 haha thank you mate 🌵😊

[@suzannegagne8692]

Now that’s a project! Beautiful castle. Can’t wait to see more.

[@EmilyBoltz]

Scottish on my mother’s side this native Californian has always dreamed of doing something like this in Scotland. Didn’t have to ask me twice to sub! ❤❤❤

[@JudithBradshaw-y1p]

Hi found this beautiful building today,cannot wait to see how your restoration goes.I have Scottish bloodlines my Mother was born in Inverness a McPherson clan I love Scotland good luck with this project!😊

[@woody4518]

Hi,lived in Knockderry for a year in 1978 when it was owned by Francis Kennedy up until she sold it to the Belgian family.Many fond memories of the place and especially the views from the lounge and what was then the breakfast room,also spent some time in the cottage there.I look forward to watching your efforts to restoring the old place...best of luck. Ian

[@KnockderryCastle]

Lovely to hear this! Thank you! ❤

[@musicallyyoshimi9651]

Always happy to see these amazing places being brought back to life.

[@MDiStefano10]

Excellent vlog, thanks for sharing.

[@susankenneally4618]

My gosh, what a project. Looks like you are surrounded by a great team. Good luck!😊❤

[@rodneygentzel4581]

Amazing, can't wait. This was the first video I saw so far.

[@alistairmcdonald2382]

Thanks for coming along in the nick of time to save this beauty 😀Sadly so many are being lost!. I know of a hidden wonder with everything left inside slowly decaying in the middle of Scotland, some body please save it 🥲 That’s a Gothic Wonder just left (Full of 17th century mahogany furniture & paintings on the walls 😱❤️👍

[@felikitty1]

What a beautiful place!! You are lucky you found that place! I will continue gladly watching your progress.

[@jwall6006]

I hope you will start showing full length videos of you exploring the castle, working on its restoration and opening walls. This is such an exciting project.

[@KnockderryCastle]

We absolutely will! Stay tuned!!

[@Kitty_cat2001]

I’ve just come across this video. Such talented artisans-I wish that they had videoed this castle for Utube from the start of the journey, it looks so interesting. Than you. Australia

[@ibosquez5238]

Oh you mean thank you.

[@fiddleronthebike]

amazing! Beautiful castle, will be great after the restoration

[@carolboxberger3777]

With every passing day...This Castle is going to end up back to her Beauty again!!❤Love following on this journey with you all !!😊

[@johnnykern8978]

FINALLY you guys came to youtube! i´ve been following your in IG for a long time, and really wanted longer videos format! good luck, y'all living the dream

[@Outdoormerican1776]

Let’s get this Safe Open 🙌 Absolutely love the amazing work and dedication to restoring, preserving such an incredible piece of history 🔥

[@bsabiker-d7z]

Great video, good luck with the restoration.

[@Faerietwink]

This is fantastic and so happy to follow along on journey & support that❣️ (beautifully narrated guys) ❤❤

[@KnockderryCastle]

Thank you so much!

[@donnagriffis4871]

Bravo to all . I will keep my eye out for future vlogs! 🎉😊🎉

[@paulinewilson613]

What a beautiful castle it must have been in it's day, I wish you well with the restoration and will be following along with your journey.

[@ChristinaMcKay]

As someone who loves history and old buildings I really appreciate you saving this castle. As a 3D artist I would love to do a proper model from that scan.

[@vickismallwood2082]

Wow this is so beautiful. I am glad Ryan left this for us to see.

[@quantumjunkie55.6]

I love this project. My husband is a Scotish. We're planning a trip maybe next year with the family to pay a visit. Would love to see your restoration. Please keep us all informed of your progress.

[@evanvorous]

This will be an amazing journey. I look forward to seeing the progress.. Thank you for preserving history.

[@raymondporter2094]

Oh no! Another building/restoration project for me to fall into! And not just for a few week because THIS project is a BIG ONE, long term and no doubt with many twists and turns along the way If this job is done properly (and it sounds like that is the intention) you will end up with a real gem and, on the way, you'll give us a journey which will probably have many twists and turns. OK, in for a penny, in for a pound...!

[@willr69420]

I found your channel today and you have gained a subscriber! Watching from Seattle USA 🇺🇸

[@noraleestone2859]

Ditto, from the small town of Brussels, Ontario, Canada. 😍😘🤗😁

[@Steve-nh6kk]

The owners are just beyond AWESOME for tackling this enormous job!

[@christianjohansson5010-bear]

he house was built for James Templeton, a manufacturer of textiles..James Templeton & Co was a Glasgow-based textile company that grew to become one of the leading carpet manufacturers in Britain during the 19th and 20th centuries.

[@cathyblackhall5237]

Wow what a fabulous building 😍I look forward to the renovation 😊

[@loriharp3364]

What an undertaking!!! Hang in there. Sounds like Colin needs lots of treats. I mean "trades" what an amazing crew!

[@LindaHarding-v5x]

What a wonderful project will look stunning when completed

[@theScottexan]

Subbed!!!! So glad I found y'all! I'm a Texan with a Scottish boyfriend who lives in Cumbernauld. Scottish castles and history are passions of mine. Can't wait to see all that Knockderry becomes!! Great work!

[@Ian-s7x]

Great video, all the best 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@jenniferg.5457]

I've been following on Instagram since the beginning! I love seeing Knockderry in this format with a bit more insight. Cannot wait for more!!!

[@wandamackenzie144]

One video in and 5K subs .. I call that a success 🏰. I set the intention for 20K very soon! Congrats on such a glorious project❣

[@rosemariedeschenes7013]

So happy you are making her beautiful again 😍😘

[@annajohnson6532]

How wonderful that yaw are saving this beautiful castle 😊

[@peachpiano]

How fabulous to see all the skilled workers coming together to save this beautiful building, and that goodness this couple have the money and driving desire to take it forward.

[@barbarasmith2693]

I've been subscribed from the get go and will continue to watch in eager anticipation of all the small victories and exciting discoveries along the way. The project is immense, but the result will be worth any amount of effort.

[@paulinefreeman9492]

What a beautiful building look forward to following yr journey

[@pilpelet100]

This suddenly popped up on my suggested viewing. I was fascinated. Way back (around 60 years ago) I stayed in Knockderry Castle. This was under the auspices of the Countrywide Holidays Association (CHA) who presumably rented it. It was a wonderful place. My friends and I slept downstairs in a bedroom that had probably once been part of the kitchen, as there was a "dumb waiter" - a small lift/elevator made to carry food from the kitchen to a higher floor. I also remember the music room and there was a small minstrels' gallery but I don't remember exactly where. I've subscribed and look forward to seeing more of your videos.

[@marcusaurilluscassiuslukaz370]

I'm very excited to see more. Atl east 2 videos a week will do. Thanks.

[@rachelcookson3492]

Absolutely stunning building! Thank you soo much for saving it for future generations to view this magnificent piece of history. I’m looking forward to going on this exciting adventure with you, and look forward to your next video. 💞

[@joycedamron5354]

Excited to see all that you have in store for this great castle! I have Scottish Heritage in my blood and would love to visit Scotland sometime soon. I live in the United States and will be watching your channel for the next update.

[@pinkelephants1421]

I certainly hope that in the interests of energy conservation and keeping the running costs of the estate at an affordable level, you take a serious look at air source heat pumps, ground source heat pumps, solar and battery storage systems. Many a castle/period property owner has had to eventually admit defeat due to the unaffordability of heating and hot water. Don't forget insulation, insulation, insulation, wherever feasible too. Wishing you every success. 😊

[@pammy3514]

Love seeing the restoration of this beautiful old castle! I wish you videos were more often and longer! ❤

[@KnockderryCastle]

We are working on more long form videos! Stay tuned!

[@Lindastyle]

Beautiful filming, beautiful music, and beautiful editing. ❤ I can't wait to see these videos.

[@geoffdundee]

Subscribed...............ITS GOING TO BE MAGICAL AND AMAZING WHEN RESTORATION COMPLETED.

[@jackieboudreaux6339]

Thank you for sharing