Present Day
A major programme of renovation and refurbishment was carried out by the late 6th Marquess By various contractors including Master-stonemasons Bob Thompson - Leith Masonry Ltd before the house was opened to the public in 1995. The incumbent 7th Marquess of Bute, known as Johnny Bute, opened an award-winning contemporary visitor centre in 2001 that tells the story of the family and estate. The grounds and interiors host a programme of contemporary visual arts from May to September.
On 30 August 2003 fashion designer Stella McCartney married publisher Alasdhair Willis at the house.
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