Colzium Museum

Time to visit the New Colzium Visitor Centre and Cafe

New for 2017, the Colzium Estate former family chapel has been converted into a visitor centre and garden cafe. Why not relax alfresco and take the time to enjoy a freshly brewed coffee, in terrace seating overlooking the tranquil walled garden

With details about the estate and area’s rich history, walks and trails, the centre will be the ‘hub’ for finding out more about the estate and the ideal starting point for exploring the wider Kelvin Valley. We welcome you to take time to learn more about its colourful past and discover its natural beauty.

The centre and cafe is seasonal and will be open from April to September.

Colzium House & Museum

Colzium House was once the seat of the Edmonstone family but became the property of the Burgh of Kilsyth after the Second World War. Built in 1783, it was substantially enlarged in 1861.  Much of the original building was pulled down in the late 1940s, due to dry rot, but the Victorian frontage and wings survive to form the house we see today.

The museum comprises a single room on the second floor of the house, converted out of the former chapel.  Displays relate to the heritage of the surrounding area and include objects from the nearby castles of Colzium and Kilsyth as well as photographs and artefacts from the domestic and industrial settings of the locality.

Other local historic features include the site of Kilsyth Castle, to the west of Colzium House by Allanfauld Road. Another 15th Century tower house, it survived until 1650 when it was attacked and burnt by Cromwell’s troops as they advanced north.  The remains provided the district with a free quarry for many years. Some carved stonework is now in Colzium House museum.

To the east of the estate are Banton Loch and the village of Banton, with its historic Swan Inn.  The area formed the site of the 17th Century Battle of Kilsyth and was latterly known for its Victorian brickworks, samples of which are in the museum.