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Crossbasket Castle
Blantyre, South Lanarkshire, United Kingdom · Independent · Core Luxury
Crossbasket Castle is a restored 17th-century tower house near Glasgow, nine exclusive-use bedrooms, private dining, and Scottish baronial hospitality on the River Clyde.
- 9 rooms
- Opened 2016
About Crossbasket Castle
- The castle's tower dates to the 15th century on land purchased by Alexander Lindsay in 1440, with the structure completed in the 17th century by the Hamilton and Stewart families.
- Charles Macintosh, inventor of the waterproof coat that bears his name, was once among the castle's owners before its 2016 restoration into a hotel with an Albert Roux restaurant.
History
Crossbasket Castle near East Kilbride outside Glasgow grew from a medieval tower whose origins reach back to the 15th century, on land that passed through the Hamilton and Stewart families before being purchased by Alexander Lindsay in 1440; successive towers and structures were added until the castle was completed in the 17th century. Over the centuries its owners included Charles Macintosh, inventor of the waterproof coat.
Restored by owners Steve and Alison Timoney, it opened as a luxury hotel in 2016, with nine period rooms in the original castle complemented by newly built art-deco-inspired guestrooms and a fine-dining restaurant associated with the late chef Albert Roux.
The setting
3 miles from East Kilbride Golf Club.
Restaurants and bars
- Foveran's — Restaurant
- Trocadero's — Restaurant
Experiences
- Morning Pilates at Crossbasket Castle — Pilates session followed by a gourmet, healthy breakfast; 20 Nov 2026 and 22 Jan 2027, 9-11am, £25 per person.
- Christmas Light Switch On — Mulled wine, spiced cider, mince pies and festive performances; 21 Nov 2026, 4-6pm, £10 per person, funds to Crossbasket House.
- Disney's Festive Frozen Afternoon Tea — Children's activities, afternoon tea and a meet and greet with Anna, Elsa and Olaf; 22 and 29 Nov 2026, from £35 per person.
- Christmas Wreath Making and Lunch — Wreath making guided by an experienced florist, then a two course meal with wine, tea and coffee; 23 Nov to 9 Dec 2026, £78 per person.
- Cookery Demo and Two Course Lunch with Michel Roux — Masterclass hosted by Michel Roux on some of his favourite dishes, then a two course lunch with paired wine; 26 Nov 2026, £95.
- Gourmet Dining Experience with Michel Roux — Exclusive gourmet dinner with matching wines hosted by Michelin-starred chef Michel Roux; 26 Nov 2026 from 7pm, £180 per person.
Awards
- AA Five Red Stars (2025)
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