The Horlick tractor

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What should we do with the Horlick tractor at Achamore Gardens?

Restore it for use at Achamore Gardens
0
No votes
Restore it for use as a tractor/trailer ride for visitors
3
75%
Sell it to a dealer
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No votes
Display it at Achamore gardens (non-working)
1
25%
Leave it where it is
0
No votes
Other (Please give details)
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No votes
 
Total votes: 4

IGHT
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The Horlick tractor

Post by IGHT »

The Trust Board are seeking your views on the special Massey 35 tractor which was ordered by Sir James
Horlick for use in Achamore Gardens. It has vineyard wheels to negotiate the paths in the gardens. It came
direct from the manufacturer to the gardens and has only left Gigha once, in the early 1990's, when it went for
repair to Hamilton Brothers. It was used for delivering logs, fixing potholes etc. In recent years the tractor has
been stripped back and repainted but is currently not in a proper working condition and is sitting under a tarpaulin at Achamore Gardens.

We would love to hear your views concerning this Gigha Heritage artefact - please take part in this member poll. The Board will consider your opinions when deciding what to do with the tractor.
Lisa Murphy
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Joined: Sat May 02, 2026 2:17 pm

Re: The Horlick tractor

Post by Lisa Murphy »

Don't really feel qualified to answer, but repairing it for rides sounds like a lot of fun!
IGHT
Posts: 60
Joined: Thu Apr 09, 2026 10:58 am

Re: The Horlick tractor

Post by IGHT »

If that’s your opinion then please vote in the poll.
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