Ballindalloch in the 19th Century
General Grant was succeeded by his grand-nephew, George Macpherson of Invereshie. In 1838, he
was created Sir George Macpherson-Grant, 1st Baronet of Ballindalloch. By taking both family
names, Sir George symbolically united the two great clans of Strathspey.
Sir John Macpherson-Grant, 2nd Baronet, carried out extensive renovations in 1850. Designed
by Thomas MacKenzie, the major addition was the courtyard and surrounding wings. The entrance
was also moved to the east tower, which was remodelled in a more elaborate style. The interior
alterations included the panelling and the fireplace in the Dining Room.
In 1878, Sir George Macpherson-Grant, 3rd Baronet, added a further nine bedrooms to the
Castle, but it is for his work in founding the Aberdeen
Angus cattle herd that he will always be remembered.
