01 April - 30 October 2026
Blair Castle & Gardens, Blair Atholl, Pitlochry, Perthshire, PH18 5TL
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James Hutton and Glen Tilt Exhibition, Jake Harvey RSA & Helen Douglas 

 

Explore our new exhibition for 2026 that celebrates the tri centenary of the enlightenment polymath Dr James Hutton and his discoveries within Glen Tilt, Atholl Estates.

 

Blair Charitable Trust commissioned sculptor Jake Harvey RSA and artist Helen Douglas to create sculptures and printed artist books using Glen Tilt, which runs for several miles Northerly from Blair Atholl, and the discoveries of the geologist James Hutton in that glen as their inspiration. Their works alongside various artefacts relating to James Hutton’s visit to the glen in 1785 are on display.

The exhibition is part of a nationwide celebration of the tercentenary of James Hutton (1726-1797), the polymath and founder of modern geology. It is in the glen running into Blair Castle that Hutton made one of his great discoveries unlocking the theory of deep time. This is the inspiration behind the artists’ work and we hope their beautiful work brings Hutton’s discovery to life.

Exhibition location is inside the Banvie Hall at Blair Castle, at the north end of the castle, through the glass doors and admission is included with a Castle or a Gardens & Grounds ticket. Ticket holders must enter via the Banvie Hall entrance. Castle ticket holders will exit the tour through the Banvie Hall.


Accessibility information: Fully accessible to all via the Banvie Hall entrance where there are also wheelchair accessible toilets.

 

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Banner image: Blair Castle, Alex Baxter Photography, detail 

  • About Blair Castle
    Blair Castle, Alex Baxter Photography, detail 

    About Blair Castle

    Blair Castle has been the home of the Atholl family for over seven centuries. The castle has had a diverse history, witnessing both turbulent and peaceful times, enlarged and adapted over 750 years. Home to politicians, soldiers, agriculturalists and entrepreneurs, the family history is brought to life against a backdrop of fine 18th century interiors and Scots Baronial architecture.

    There are 30 castle rooms open to the public, displaying collections of furniture, arms, china, lace and portraits. Listen to our talented piper on the castle forecourt every hour, on the hour from 11am until 3pm.