Monteath Mausoleum Benefactors

Most members are happy to join as Friends on an annual basis.

It’s a great way to contribute towards helping to run the mausoleum, or simply finding out more about the enigmatic

Thomas Monteath Douglas and his amazing mausoleum.

Benefactors are a different kind of member

Being a Benefactor involves a commitment to support the mausoleum financially over the longer term, or to make a substantial gift towards the upkeep of the building.

As leaseholder of this unique monument, we have recurring expenses related to upkeep of the building, access road and landscape, such as Public Liability Insurance and building inspection fees, which are invariable costs we cannot guarentee to cover from ordinary membership subscriptions and donations.

Most Benefactors join for life, or give a commitment to support the mausoleum for at least ten years.

The commitment can be for as little as £100 each year. Alternatively a Benefactor may prefer to make a single one-off gift to the mausoleum, and will be given Lifetime Benefactor status.

Benefactors may remain anonymous (subject to the provisions of Scottish Law).

In addition to the usual Friends benefits, Benefactors and their family or friends can enjoy private tours of the mausoleum by arrangement, with a knowledgable guide to show visitors around and answer questions.

How do I become a Benefactor?

We have an Information Pack for Benefactors which can be downloaded here or send us an email and we will send it to you.

Alternatively, we will post the information if you write to us at :

The Membership Secretary

Friends of the Monteath Mausoleum

1, Woodhead Farm Cottages

Ancrum, Jedburgh TD8 6TY

Scottish Borders

There is no commitment to become a Benefactor until you have had time to consider all the information and are happy to proceed. Payments can be made by cheque, Standing Order, Bank Transfer or Direct Debit.

We greatly appreciate the generosity of people who are able to support us as Benefactors.