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SCOTTISH RHODODENDRON FESTIVAL GUIDED WALK: British Champions

16/03/2023
Rhododendron Guided Walk

Date: Monday 24 April, 2023
Time: 10.30am

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It has been our family’s honour to create, restore and care for one of Scotland’s hidden treasures for almost 300 years. These important historical Gardens, situated on an isthmus, consist of 300ha (75 acres) of sculptured landscapes, and magnificent avenues radiating out from the iconic Castle Kennedy ruins. Described as ‘one of the showpieces of Galloway’, it is one of Scotland's most important historical landscaped gardens with its collection of Rhododendrons, Championship Trees and rare species.

The Gardens are perfect for exploring and provides a fun day out for families, with a charming Tea Room, Gift Shop and Plant Centre.

We warmly welcome you to the Gardens and we look forward to seeing you soon.

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We made it! The 1st day of Spring has arrived.

Enjoy watching the Gardens change as the warmth of the sun greets us. Memberships enable you to come every day we are open through the season.

Become a Friend now > www.castlekennedygardens.com or link in bio.

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We made it! The 1st day of Spring has arrived. Enjoy watching the Gardens change as the warmth of the sun greets us. Memberships enable you to come every day we are open through the season. Become a Friend now > www.castlekennedygardens.com or link in bio. 📸 Rhododendron Le Progres & English Roseum
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Stunning plants for sale in the Plant Centre today. A wide selection of shrubs and grasses are available.

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Stunning plants for sale in the Plant Centre today. A wide selection of shrubs and grasses are available. 📷 Camella japonica Doctor Tinsley and Dr King 📷 Heather Erica assorted.Image attachment
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We made it! The 1st day of Spring has arrived. E We made it! The 1st day of Spring has arrived. Enjoy watching the Gardens change as the warmth of the sun greets us. Memberships enable you to come every day we are open through the season. Become a Friend now > www.castlekennedygardens.com or link in bio. 📸 Rhododendron Le Progres & English Roseum
Stunning plants for sale in the Plant Centre today Stunning plants for sale in the Plant Centre today. A wide selection of shrubs and grasses are available. 📷 Camella japonica Doctor Tinsley and Dr King 📷 Heather Erica assorted.
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Our Hummingbird Cake is back this weekend, just in Our Hummingbird Cake is back this weekend, just in time for Mother's Day. One of our all-time favourites, this cake is delicately sweet, soft and with a hint of spice to warm the palette. Entry to the Tea Room only is free, and we are open all weekend from 10am to 5pm. #mothersday #HummingbirdCake #tearoom #teandcake @visitscotland @discoverscottishgardens
Did you know you only have to visit the Gardens a Did you know you only have to visit the Gardens a handful of times before your membership has paid for itself? With discounts and early access to event ticket sales, why not renew or buy a membership today. www.castlekennedygardens.com or link in bio. @visitscotland @discoverscottishgardens #scottish #visitscotland #familytime #discoverscottishgardens #scottishgardens #castlekennedygardens #southwestscotland #membership #becomeafriend #discount #eventtickets
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The Snowdrop Trail is open again in time for this The Snowdrop Trail is open again in time for this weekend. Thank you to our hard-working Gardens team for their fast action on a downed tree on the trail. If you have not had a chance to catch the Snowdrops in bloom, it certainly is a stunning sight and a great woodland adventure. Open Saturday and Sunday 10am to 5pm. VisitScotland @discoverscottishgardens 📸 Angela Jones
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    • Collections

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