Here at Bemersyde Estate we are very fortunate to have a superb team who not only look after the stunning house and grounds you see today, but are here to ensure your visit to Bemersyde is an unforgettable experience.
MARGARET, HOUSEKEEPER
Margaret is famous for her baking, jams and chutneys. She has worked for Lord Haig for some 30 years and has charge of the house, kitchen and garden. With a meticulous eye and a dislike of waste, Margaret makes everything run like clockwork. The kitchen and garden is Margaret’s pride and joy, and her love of cooking ensure that any surplus is bottled, jellied and preserved.
IAN, GHILLIE
Ian has managed the Bemersyde beat for nearly 30 years. Ian’s knowledge of salmon fishing is in the blood: his father was a ghillie before him and his brother and nephew care for other beats on Tweed. Ian’s knowledge of wildlife and the countryside is legendary, and it is always pleasant to catch up with him on the latest happenings on the River Tweed.
PETER, HEAD GARDENER
Peter has transformed the fruit trees with careful pruning and looked after the Spanish Chestnut and other unusual trees our woodlands surrounding the house.
BEN KELLAGHER, ESTATE MANAGER
Ben Kellagher, Driector of Anderson’s Northern has worked with Lord Haig for over 25 years. When Lord Haig inherited the estate in 2009, Andersons took over the role of Factors and have managed the estate since then. If you would like information on visiting Bemersyde Estate, letting the house and wing, corporate events, fishing availability or anything else please call David on 01968 678465 / 07770652959 or email BKellagher@andersonsnorthen.co.uk