For generations the same families have worked at Ardtornish, originally working the estate, its farms and gardens and looking after the owners and their family in the big house. Today, some of the same families still work here, helping to make Ardtornish Estate a wonderful place for you to enjoy a holiday on Scotland’s west coast.

Many of our visitors and guests come time and time again to Ardtornish and they often comment that the staff at Ardtornish help to make their stay special.  Some guests have come to be close friends with the estate team after years of visiting their favourite cottage or apartment on the estate.  To help you know who’s who, we thought we’d give you a little introduction to the “Faces of Ardtornish”.

PRESENT DAY FACES

Kathryn McLaughlin

Operations Manager

My role has changed, amongst other things, I am now responsible for the wider property portfolio and the repairs and maintenance relating to built infrastructure projects.

While I am no longer involved in the day to day tourism operation, I will be steering the strategic direction of the enterprise.

If you see me around, feel free to stop me for a chat, i’m always happy to answer any questions you may have about the business.

Kenny McLaughlin

Assistant Operations Manager

Fishing, Retail, and all things food related at Ardtornish, are organised through Kenny.

Whether you would like to book salmon fishing on the River Aline, or, a spot of Brown Trout fishing on one of our many lochs, or, you’d just like to have a chat about flies and fly-fishing, give Kenny a call at the office.

Our frozen ready meals – Chilli, Curries, Bolognaise, and Casseroles, can all be ordered through Kenny. Email him on kenny@ardtornish.com

And, if you’re wanting to buy yourself a nice treat or, pick up a gift for someone back home, drop by the Gift and Farm Shop to view our great selection.

Hannah Collins

Events & Accommodation Coordinator

Hannah has recently joined the tourism team and will be looking after all things accommodation and events related. She is focused on ensuring that your Ardtornish experience is stress free and full of the things you enjoy – as a holiday should be!

If you want to make a suggestion about any of our properties, book your next trip or host an event at Ardtornish then Hannah is the woman to speak to.

Please feel free to e-mail hannah@ardtornish.com

James Laurie

Livestock Manager

James, as our livestock manager, is responsible for all aspects of animal husbandry from birth to sale. From beginning to end the animals welfare is paramount to ensure his team delivers the finest quality Beef and Lamb for resale in our gift shop.

John Turner

Senior Gardener

John Turner is our Senior Gardener at Ardtornish. With 20 years experience covering Horticulture, Conservation and Landscaping delivering high quality restorations. With a keen eye for detail, passion and drive, John uses his experience to further the restoration of both Ardtornish Gardens and the Kitchen Garden.