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Guided Walk – Rhododendrons & Azaleas

25/05/2025

Date: Thursday, 29th May
Time: 2.00 pm - 2.30 pm

Join our Head Gardener for this guided walk, and enjoy the spectacular displays of our rhododendrons and azaleas.  

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May UK mid-term is upon us! Are you looking for exciting ways to keep the kids entertained? Escape the ordinary and explore the wonders of Castle Kennedy Gardens. Here's a list of ways you can play in the Gardens:

Hide-and-Seek Adventures: The vast gardens are the perfect playground for imaginative play. Let the wee ones become explorers as they search for hidden corners and secret spots.

Nature Detectives: Grab a magnifying glass and embark on a thrilling nature quest! Identify different plants, insects, and birds – a fun learning experience awaits.

Picnic Fun: Pack a delicious spread (or pick up one of our hampers) and enjoy a delightful picnic amidst blooming gardens. Breathe in the fresh air and create lasting family memories.

Tea Room Treats: After all the adventures, refuel with tasty treats and refreshing drinks at our charming Tea Room. Perfect for a sweet and relaxing break.

Castle Kennedy Gardens offers the ideal escape for a memorable May mid-term break!

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May UK mid-term is upon us! Are you looking for exciting ways to keep the kids entertained? Escape the ordinary and explore the wonders of Castle Kennedy Gardens. Heres a list of ways you can play in the Gardens: Hide-and-Seek Adventures: The vast gardens are the perfect playground for imaginative play. Let the wee ones become explorers as they search for hidden corners and secret spots. Nature Detectives: Grab a magnifying glass and embark on a thrilling nature quest! Identify different plants, insects, and birds – a fun learning experience awaits. Picnic Fun: Pack a delicious spread (or pick up one of our hampers) and enjoy a delightful picnic amidst blooming gardens. Breathe in the fresh air and create lasting family memories. Tea Room Treats: After all the adventures, refuel with tasty treats and refreshing drinks at our charming Tea Room. Perfect for a sweet and relaxing break. Castle Kennedy Gardens offers the ideal escape for a memorable May mid-term break! #CastleKennedyFun #UKMidTerm #FamilyAdventures
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Calling all pastry lovers! There's nothing quite like a classic sausage roll, and ours at the Castle Kennedy Gardens Tea Room are simply divine.

Flaky, golden puff pastry encasing a delicious, savory sausage filling – a perfect afternoon pick-me-up or a satisfying lunchtime treat. Pair it with a pot of tea for a quintessential Scottish experience!

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Calling all pastry lovers! Theres nothing quite like a classic sausage roll, and ours at the Castle Kennedy Gardens Tea Room are simply divine. Flaky, golden puff pastry encasing a delicious, savory sausage filling – a perfect afternoon pick-me-up or a satisfying lunchtime treat. Pair it with a pot of tea for a quintessential Scottish experience! Our Gardens and Tea Room are dog friendly too 🐶 #CastleKennedyTeaRoom #SausageRollLove #TreatYourself
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May UK mid-term is upon us! Are you looking for e May UK mid-term is upon us! Are you looking for exciting ways to keep the kids entertained? Escape the ordinary and explore the wonders of Castle Kennedy Gardens. Here's a list of ways you can play in the Gardens: Hide-and-Seek Adventures: The vast gardens are the perfect playground for imaginative play. Let the wee ones become explorers as they search for hidden corners and secret spots. Nature Detectives: Grab a magnifying glass and embark on a thrilling nature quest! Identify different plants, insects, and birds – a fun learning experience awaits. Picnic Fun: Pack a delicious spread (or pick up one of our hampers) and enjoy a delightful picnic amidst blooming gardens. Breathe in the fresh air and create lasting family memories. Tea Room Treats: After all the adventures, refuel with tasty treats and refreshing drinks at our charming Tea Room. Perfect for a sweet and relaxing break. Castle Kennedy Gardens offers the ideal escape for a memorable May mid-term break! #CastleKennedyFun #UKMidTerm #FamilyAdventures
Calling all pastry lovers! There's nothing quite Calling all pastry lovers! There's nothing quite like a classic sausage roll, and ours at the Castle Kennedy Gardens Tea Room are simply divine. Flaky, golden puff pastry encasing a delicious, savory sausage filling – a perfect afternoon pick-me-up or a satisfying lunchtime treat. Pair it with a pot of tea for a quintessential Scottish experience! Our Gardens and Tea Room are dog friendly too 🐶 #CastleKennedyTeaRoom #SausageRollLove #TreatYourself
Find Your Afternoon Escape! 🚶‍♀️🌳 Need Find Your Afternoon Escape! 🚶‍♀️🌳 Need some fresh a breath of fresh air? Our beautiful trails offer stunning scenery and plenty of opportunities for relaxation. Come and enjoy a refreshing walk through the Gardens followed by peace in our Walled Garden. Every Wednesday from 1pm-4pm we promote Silent Space - three hours where people can enter and disconnect from devices and get closer to nature. #castlekennedygardens #walkingtrails #naturephotography #SilentSpace
A tapestry of blooms awaits! Spring paints Castle A tapestry of blooms awaits! Spring paints Castle Kennedy Gardens in a breathtaking display! Wander through 75 acres of enchanting landscapes filled with vibrant rhododendrons, delicate daffodils, and more. Open daily 10am-4pm. #CastleKennedyGardens #ScotlandSpring #ExploreOutdoors
Spring awakens the senses at Castle Kennedy Garden Spring awakens the senses at Castle Kennedy Gardens! Immerse yourself in the intoxicating fragrance of blooming flowers, feel the soft grass beneath your feet, and listen to the symphony of birdsong. Reconnect with nature and experience the magic of spring. Open daily 10am - 5pm. #CastleKennedySpring #SensoryGarden #NatureConnection
Nature's Little Wonders! 🐸 Did you know Castle Nature's Little Wonders! 🐸 Did you know Castle Kennedy Gardens is a haven for fascinating wildlife? Explore our ponds teeming with frogs, toads, and newts, and our woodlands where red squirrels and diverse birdlife thrive. Come see what you can discover! Our beautiful pond is teeming with frogs, toads and newts, and our woodlands are home to red squirrels and a variety of bird species. Come and explore and see what you can spot! #sottishanimals #wildlifephotography #naturelover
Wake Up to Garden Views! 🐦 Imagine a staycation Wake Up to Garden Views! 🐦 Imagine a staycation where birdsong is your alarm clock! Our comfortable holiday cottages are the ideal base for exploring Castle Kennedy Gardens and the stunning landscapes of Southern Scotland. Book your escape! 👉 castlekennedygardens.com #CastleKennedyCottages #ScotlandHolidays #RomanticGetaway #romanticgetaway
Celebrate Hummus Day with Us! 🎉 Today, we join Celebrate Hummus Day with Us! 🎉 Today, we join the global celebration of hummus! Our homemade hummus platters, featuring crispy seasonal veggies and warm pita, are waiting for you. It's one of our best sellers in Spring. Open 10am - 5pm. #hummusday #tearoom #veganfood #veganfoodie
Our Garden, Your Way! 🧺 Enjoy our Tea Room's de Our Garden, Your Way! 🧺 Enjoy our Tea Room's delights – no garden admission needed! Or, grab one of our picnic hampers and find your perfect spot amidst our blooming landscapes after you've explored. Pre-orders are available. Open daily 10am - 5pm. #springtime #PicnicDate #sunnydaysahead
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Our Lemon Drizzle: A slice of sunshine! ☀️ Thi Our Lemon Drizzle: A slice of sunshine! ☀️ This perennial favourite in our Tea Room is the perfect partner to a revitalising tea or expertly crafted barista coffee. Come treat yourself (no Gardens admission needed!). Open daily 10am - 5pm. #tearoom #teatime #spring
The vibrant hues of May have painted Castle Kenned The vibrant hues of May have painted Castle Kennedy Gardens anew! 🎨 From the fiery Chilean Firebush to a symphony of rhododendrons, azaleas, and camellias, the colours are simply breathtaking. And the air? Sweetly scented! Come immerse yourself. Open daily 10am - 5pm. #scotlandiscalling #southwestscotland #springtime
Plan Your Visit! 🗓️ People always spend more Plan Your Visit! 🗓️ People always spend more time here than they anticipate! There is so much to see, we recommend planning your day before you come. Castle Kennedy Gardens is open daily, 10am to 5pm. castlekennedygardens.com/the-gardens/whats-here/features/ #PlanYourVisit #SpringAdventures #CastleKennedyGardens
Explore the Gardens! 🌳 Discover the hidden gems Explore the Gardens! 🌳 Discover the hidden gems of Castle Kennedy Gardens. From our historic ruins to our stunning plant collections, there's something for everyone to enjoy and the best way to do it is with an annual membership. Become a Friend today > www.castlekennedygardens.com #ExploreTheGardens #NatureEscape #CastleKennedyGardens
Our Tea Room serves a variety of light lunches to Our Tea Room serves a variety of light lunches to suit all tastes. Our veggie platter is one of our best sellers! Come and try it for yourself today. Open from 10am to 5pm daily. #TeaRoom #HummusLovers #CastleKennedyGardens
👀 What's Blooming Now? Our Plant of Interest! 👀 Head to the Walled Garden to admire our current Plant of Interest: the delicate and beautiful Magnolia stellata! Its star-shaped flowers are a true sign of spring. 🌸 Keep an eye out, though! If you miss the Magnolia stellata's flowers (as it only lasts a couple of weeks), look for the equally beautiful Rhododendron augustinii. Either way, you're in for a floral delight! Ask our friendly staff where to find these in our Gardens. #PlantOfInterest #MagnoliaStellata #RhododendronAugustinii #SpringGardens #CastleKennedyGardens
Last Day of Easter Egg Trails! 🐣 Don't miss you Last Day of Easter Egg Trails! 🐣 Don't miss your last chance to participate in our I-Spy and Easter Egg Trails! Every participant gets a large chocolate egg and a chance to win a family ticket to our open-air theatre performance. Open 10am to 5pm. #EasterEggTrail #LastChance #CastleKennedyGardens
Happy Easter! From our family to yours. Come and j Happy Easter! From our family to yours. Come and join us today in the Gardens, we're open 10am to 5pm. The I-Spy and Easter Egg Trails are on all day. #happyeaster #easter2025
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