Sophie Crichton Stuart’s Letter of Support for Rothesay Pavilion

The restoration of Rothesay Pavilion is a key moment for Bute and Scotland’ s rural and island development. As Chair of Mount Stuart, I am acutely aware of the importance of preserving our shared heritage while ensuring it serves future generations. The Pavilion, a modernist treasure, plays a vital role in the cultural and social life of the island, standing alongside the great historical landmarks of Bute. Its reopening will not only breathe new life into our community but will also position Bute as a beacon of creativity, culture and deep-rooted social engagement and wealth building. I wholeheartedly support this vital project and look forward to seeing the Pavilion once again serve as a dynamic cultural hub and vibrant new visitor attraction for the island and Scotland.”

With all best wishes,
Sophie Crichton Stuart

About Sophie Crichton Stuart

Sophie was appointed Chair of the Mount Stuart Trust having served on the Board of Directors for several years. She is additionally the founding Director of the Contemporary Visual Arts Programme at Mount Stuart which aims to promote and facilitate interest in the contemporary visual arts and bring exhibitions of an international standard to Bute and Argyll. Sophie was also the Director of the Edinburgh Tapestry Company from 1993-2001 and has served on the board for a number of contemporary arts organisations including The Fruitmarket Gallery, Edinburgh, and Public Art Fund, New York. In 2023 Sophie joined the board of Cove Park, Argyll & Bute, as a trustee. Sophie is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Modern Literature and Culture at Birkbeck University.

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