Month: July 2014

This weekend is your last chance to become a LoreKeeper.

Our summer trail, The Lost Legends of Castle Kennedy is coming to end on 20th September. There are only a few days left to follow the trail and uncover the magical stories hiding around the gardens.

Follow the trail and discover characters from Scottish myths and legends, solve the clues and complete the crossword to reveal the mystery word. Once your adventure has been completed, bring your finished leaflet to the Café, which also happens to be the perfect place to round off your visit with something delicious.

Visit this weekend and complete the trail* before the legends disappear.
*The trail cost is £3.50, in addition to normal garden admission. ... See MoreSee Less

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Castle Kennedy Gardens

1 day ago

One of the stars of the garden at this time of year is Salvia, bringing rich reds, vivid blues and plenty of late summer colour to the Walled Garden. This is definitely a plant worth slowing down for on your September walk.

Our dedicated Salvia border showcases the wonderful variety of these plants, from their different flower colours to their contrasting growth habits. Many of the varieties here are New World Salvias that originated from the Americas and they really come into their own later in the season, flowering throughout September and into October.

Be on the look out for familiar favourites such as ‘Hot Lips’, as well as ‘Amistad’ which was discovered in Argentina and named using the Spanish word for friendship. Many Salvias are half-hardy, but the relatively mild climate of south west Scotland means they can often be successfully overwintered here in the ground.

With around 1,000 Salvia species found across the world, there is an incredible diversity to discover. At Castle Kennedy Gardens, this is a particularly lovely time to enjoy them. ... See MoreSee Less

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Castle Kennedy Gardens

2 days ago

Fresh flowers, a homemade cake and all the thoughtful details that make an arrival feel special.

Between each stay, there’s plenty happening behind the scenes at our holiday cottages. Sheets are freshly pressed and beds are freshly made, flowers are gathered and arranged, a homemade cake is ready for the kitchen table and every room is given those final finishing touches.

This is all part of the care that goes into welcoming our guests to our Estate. We pride ourselves on creating somewhere that feels warm, welcoming and ready to settle into from the moment you arrive. It's the small details that help to create a memorable stay with us.

Discover our holiday cottages and make the estate your home for a few days. ... See MoreSee Less

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Castle Kennedy Gardens

5 days ago

The legends are still hiding in the Gardens… but only until 20th September. 🌿✨

There’s still time to take on The Lost Legends of Castle Kennedy, our family summer trail inspired by Scottish myths and legends. Follow the route through the Gardens to discover 10 legendary stops, from mysterious fairies and kelpies, to selkies and unicorns. Solve the clues along the way, complete the trail and finish your adventure at the Café.

The trail costs £3.50, in addition to normal Garden admission.
Don’t let the legends disappear before you find them!
Plan a family visit before 20th September. What will you discover? ... See MoreSee Less

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