David Young and Carole Young have put Finnich Glen on the market with offers invited, bringing the Outlander filming location near Killearn in the Stirling council area to sale. The 23-acre freehold site is being marketed by Christie & Co.
The listing says the gorge is around 80 feet deep in places and that its waters appear to run blood red because of the colouring of the bedrock. Christie & Co also said the site already welcomes more than 70,000 visitors each year.
David Young and Carole Young
David Young, who is a co-owner and farmer, and Carole Young said they have been custodians of the glen since the early 1980s. They said new owners should take forward their vision for the site in a way that fits the property.
They said: “We feel that we have reached a stage in life where new owners would be able to take forward our vision for the Glen and develop this opportunity in a way that is compatible with this unique property.” They also said: “The Glen requires management to preserve and protect its environment, but whoever purchases Finnich Glen, taking it to the next phase, has the opportunity to follow in the footsteps of giants.”
Christie & Co listing
Christie & Co said the sale includes approved plans for a visitor centre with café or restaurant, a dedicated car park and event space. The firm said the projected annual visits could rise to more than 300,000.
Mark Lavery of Christie & Co said: “This opportunity will appeal to buyers who want to create a commercial business and unique visitor experience with national importance, against a stunning backdrop.”
The sale now puts the site’s next phase in the hands of a buyer who will decide whether to carry forward those plans. The listing combines a working attraction, a filming location and a protected landscape, and the approved scheme means the new owner inherits a site already set up for heavier visitor numbers.
