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Powfoulis is a Period Baronial Manor House, situated in 20 acres, abounded by beautiful Woodlands and Lawns. The Hotel although being in the heart of the Scottish Central Belt enjoys a secluded countryside location with immediate access to the modern Motorway Networks (M9 & M8 - Edinburgh, Glasgow and Stirling). Our restaurant, bars and lounges offer a relaxed and friendly period atmosphere, complimented with an excellent choice a la carte menu supplemented with table d hote and bar snack cuisine. |
 Powfoulis Manor taken from Hotel Grounds |
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The hotel offers quality function and conference facilities suitable for weddings, delegate meetings and parties. Our Chalet accommodation (click here to view) is well appointed to suit the needs of todays Traveller and Businessman. The facilities are en-suite, direct dial telephone, radio clock & alarm, trouser press, colour TV, tea makers with courtesy juices, buscuits and fresh fruit. Rooms are available from £50. Tourists will benefit from being in the heart of Scotland with easy access to the highlands as well as the major cities. There are also many historic and recreational places of interest to visit. These include the Wallace Monument, Edinburgh Castle, Stirling Castle and various battle grounds. Contact the hotel for more information. |
Powfoulis
also has it's own golf practice area putting greens, and there are
many quality golf courses to be played withing the immediate area. Paul and Anne Barrett are Proprietors in Residence and will be pleased to deal with any enquiry you may have. |
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Our
History
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The Powfoulis Estates had been in the hands of the Bruce Family since the early 16th Century. In 1451 Alexander Bruce became the 1st of Stenhouse and Airth by Royal Charter of King James III. In 1512 his Grandson Andrew Bruce received Land Charters to Powfoulis Estates and became the 1st of Powfoulis. |
 Adam Room |
 Adam Room Fireplace |
The Powfoulis eastates remained in the hands of the Bruce Family for 10 generations. Over this time several stages of building and development occurred in successive generations. It is probable that the earlier house of Powfoulis was built around 1600 by Sir James Bruce the 3rd of Powfoulis and his wife Dame Margaret Rollox of Duncrab whose initials appear on the Bruce Aisle of the Old Airth Church. Furhter building was carried out in 1688 by Sir James Bruce the 6th of Powfoulis who succeeded to the Estates in 1650 when his Father James Bruce was killed in the Battle of Dunbar against Oliver Cromwell. Evidence of this development work can be seen in the pair of gate posts at the North East corner of the kitchen garden. The North post bears the date 1688, whilst the South post bears the Heraldic Arms of the Bruce Family and the word "Faithful", possibly the first part of the Bruce Motto "Faithful in Adversity". |
The Coachman's house is also of a similar period, built in the late
17th century Scottish Baronial Style with the Corralled Dovecote Tower
and the Crow Stepped Gables.
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The Old Parish Statistical Accounts of 1791 makes reference to the Ancient Tower of Powfoulis but no trace of this building remains. James Bruce the 9th of Powfoulis inherited the estates from his uncle at a very early age. In 1820 after his marriage to Ann Bell, indications are he demolished the original earlier house and built the Central Block of the existing Mansion House on the old foundations. On his death in 1845 he was succeeded by his son John Bruce 10th of Powfoulis, but John Bruce never lived at Powfoulis Manor and in 1855 the Estate was sold to William Dawson co-founder of Carron Works who commissioned Robert Adam to build on the lateral wings of the main building. |
 One of our Function Rooms |
The County Directory of 1893/96 shows that William Dawson was succeeded by his Daughter who died without Heir and the Original Estate is now set up under a charitable Trust.
In 1952 the Manor House and its immediate grounds was purchased from the Trust by the late James McAvoy who converted it into the present Hotel. In 1972 the Hotel changed hands within the Family and was run by Jack Barrie and his late wife Patricia until 1997 when Ann and Paul were brought into Partnership and currently run the Hotel.
How To Find Us
Use the links below to get directions from Edinburgh or Glasgow Airports or use www.multimap.com for other routes. Please feel free to contact the Hotel for detailed directions at any time.
Directions
From Edinburgh Airport
Directions From Glasgow Airport
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How To Find Us - From Edinburgh Airport
Directions - From Edinburgh Airport
Depart Edinburgh Airport on
Jubilee Road
Bear Left onto Eastfield Road
Continue Straight onto Glasgow Road A8 (Glasgow / Stirling)
Turn right onto M9 at Newbridge Roundabout
Exit M9 at Junction 7 (M876 - Kincardine Bridge)
At Bowtrees Roundabout turn Right (Grangemouth)
Take first left (single track road - signposted Powfoulis Hotel)
How To Find Us - From Glasgow Airport
Directions - From Glasgow Airport
Depart Airport on M8 (Edinburgh)
Continue for 10 miles on M8
Exit M8 at Junction 13 (M80 Stirling)
At the next Roundabout take first exit (A80 Stirling)
Continue straight on A80/M80
Exit M80 onto M876 (Falkirk / Edinburgh)
Follow M876 towards Kincardine Bridge
At Bowtrees Roundabout turn Right (Grangemouth)
Take first left (single track road - signposted Powfoulis Hotel)
Contact Details
Please feel free to contact the Hotel using any of the follow methods. You can also make enquiries via our online form (click here).
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TABLE D' HOTE
LUNCHEON
MENU
Chefs Pate with Port Jelly
Fresh Salmon and Prawn Cocktail
Melon Pearls - Passion Fruit Sorbet
Egg Mayonnaise
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Home Made Broth of the
Day
Home Made Cream Soup of the Day
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Roast Rib of Prime Scottish
Beef with Yorkshire Pudding
Curried King Prawn with Poppadum and Condiments
Roast Spring Chicken with Bacon & Chipolatta
Deep Southern Fried Chicken Maryland
Deep Fried Fillet of Haddock Tartare
Home Made Beef Steak Pie
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Cold Platter: Selection
of Cold Cuts with Salad
Selection of Seasonal Vegetables with Assorted Potatoes
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Choice of Sweets from the Trolley
Coffee
£11.50 inclusive 17.5% VAT
TABLE D' HOTE
DINNER
MENU
Chefs Pate with Port Jelly
Smoked Salmon & Prawn Coronets
Melon with Parma Ham & Green Fig
Melon Majestic with Passion Fruit Sorbet
Deep Fried Pate filled Mushroom with Garlic Dip
Corn on the Cob
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Home Made Broth of the
Day
Home Made Cream Soup of the Day
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Grilled Sirloin Steak Garnished
Grilled Entrecote Steak Borderlaise
Grilled Rib Eye Steak with Green Pepper Corn Sauce
Crispy Roast Duckling with Orange & Cinnamon Sauce
Curried King Prawns Madras with Condiments and Poppadum
Poached Halibut Steak with Lemon and Parsley Sauce
Half Oven Roast Chicken with Bacon and Chipolata
Poached Scottish Salmon Fillets with Sauce Parisian
Roast Sirloin of Beef with Yorkshire Pudding
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Cold Platter:- Home Cooked
Cold Cuts with Salads
Selection Of Seasonal Vegetables with Assorted Potatoes
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Selection of Sweets
Iced Cream or Sorbets
Cheese & Biscuits
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Coffee - Mints
Price £ 23.75 inclusive of Value Added Tax @ 17.5 %