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The Autumnal changes in the Gardens display an arr

The Autumnal changes in the Gardens display an array of colour. The lily pads in the round pond highlight to stunning reds and golds of the season.

We welcome you to explore the Gardens 10am to 5pm daily until Oct 31.

#autumn #fall #seasons #lilypad #castlekennedygardens

Castle Kennedy Gardens is closed today to provide

Castle Kennedy Gardens is closed today to provide the opportunity for all staff and visitors to mourn the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and reflect on her life and legacy with the State Funeral being held today.

Today the public have been invited to take part in

Today the public have been invited to take part in a National Moment of Reflection to mourn the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and reflect on her life and legacy.

The National Moment of Reflection will take place at 8pm on Sunday 18 September, the night before the State Funeral, and be marked by a one-minute silence.

The silence can be marked privately at home, with friends and family, out on doorsteps or the street with neighbours, or at locally arranged community events and vigils.

As a reminder, the Gardens will be closed tomorrow, for the State Funeral.

There are beautiful views all over our Gardens. Th

There are beautiful views all over our Gardens. This picture was taken from behind the Walled Garden, looking towards the White Loch.

So many dreamy secret spaces made for wandering and contemplation.

Come and have a wander in our Gardens 10am to 5pm until Oct 31.

📸 Hydrangea 'macrophylla'

#hydrangea #scottish #Romantic #daydate #visitscotland #discoverscottishgardens #scottishgardens #castlekennedygardens #southwestscotland

Morning tea time! We have some super delicious, fr

Morning tea time! We have some super delicious, freshly baked treats in the Tea Room today. Apple cinnamon cake, Berry tray bake and chocolate choc chip biscuits to name a few.
You are welcome to visit the Tea Room without paying admission to the Gardens. So come and have your morning tes with us.
Open daily 10am to 5pm until Oct 31.

The blooms in the Garden are lovely as the seasons

The blooms in the Garden are lovely as the seasons change. With dominant stamens in late summer and autumn, this Eucryphia 'Nymansay' shows a great display of colour at the moment.
As we move through this week of quiet reflection, we are pleased to welcome you into the Gardens 10am to 5pm daily.
#reflection #mindful #eucryphia #castlekennedygardens @discoverscottishgardens @visitscotland

We pay tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II,

We pay tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, and her extraordinary service to the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth.
There will be a book of condolence for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth at Castle Kennedy Gardens for visitors to sign from Wednesday, 14th September.
As a mark of respect, we will not be opening Castle Kennedy Gardens on the day of Her Majesty's funeral.

The Earl and Countess of Stair

We are deeply saddened by the loss of Her Majesty

We are deeply saddened by the loss of Her Majesty the Queen. At this terribly sad time, our thoughts are with the entire British Royal Family and the nation, as we grieve her loss.

Happy Friday! Take the time today to come into the

Happy Friday! Take the time today to come into the Gardens and enjoy a delicious home-baked picnic. The hamper comes lovingly packaged, with a blanket for you to wander and find your own favourite spot to indulge and enjoy the view.
We are open 10am to 5pm daily.

@discoverscottishgardens @visitscotland
#scones #sconeswithjamandcream #afternoontea #morningtea #picnic #gardens #scottishgardens

First day of autumn! Such splendid colour in the t

First day of autumn!
Such splendid colour in the trees and leaves at this time of year. Come and see it for yourself.

We are open daily, 10am to 5pm until Oct 31.

In association with the Discover Scottish Gardens Tree Festival

@visitscotland @discoverscottishgardens
#autumn #treefestival #discoverscottishgardens

It's the last day of summer today! We have had an

It's the last day of summer today! We have had an amazing time with you all so far this season. We have seen thousands of smiling faces and had hundreds more come to our events.

What has been the highlight of your summer? For us, it is our amazing blooms and the sea of ever-changing colour they provide.

Come and visit the Gardens for yourself this season and watch the spectacle of autumn, as the leaves turn into a field of red and orange.

VisitScotland
@discoverscottishgardens
#endofsummer #summer #peony #seasons #flowers
📸 Chromatella peony

We’re taking part in The RHS Partner Garden of t

We’re taking part in The RHS Partner Garden of the Year competition where RHS - Royal Horticultural Society is searching for the nation’s best-loved RHS Partner Garden.
This is the second year of the competition, which recognises how important exercise and a connection to nature are for mental health.
The theme is ‘Feel Good’, so if visiting our garden (or seeing the pictures and videos that we have been sharing) has lifted your mood at all, we’d really love for you to vote for us.
Voting closes 30 September!
Visit rhs.org.uk/pgoty
#RHSPartnerGardens
📸 Agapanthus 'nana Lochinch'

Beautiful views from our bird hide today. Keeping

Beautiful views from our bird hide today. Keeping dry and enjoying the view.

A new perspective. Sometimes that is all we need t

A new perspective. Sometimes that is all we need to realign our week. This view over the Castle Kennedy ruin and the Walled Garden is a fine example of how looking at something from a new perspective can create opportunities for discovery.

Visit the Gardens yourself this week and see if you can discover a new perspective too.

Open daily 10am to 5pm.

#perspective #worldview #birdseyeview #castleruin #scottishcastle #scottishgarden #walledgarden #loch
@discoverscottishgardens @vVisitScotland

Nature Therapy Event TODAY 10.30am De-stress and c

Nature Therapy Event TODAY 10.30am
De-stress and connect with nature at the Gardens today with qualified eco-therapist Stephen McCabe.

During the 1.5hr guided experience participants will walk, discuss, ponder and connect with their natural surroundings. Take the skills learned during the session and de-stress yourself at any time at home or in nature.

Link to tickets in bio or buy at the Gardens.

Discover Scottish Gardens VisitScotland Visit Stranraer #ecotherapy #naturetherapy #wellness #mindfulness #destressing #walledgarden #castlekennedygardens

Another picnic hamper has gone out to a happy visi

Another picnic hamper has gone out to a happy visitor. This delicious Afternoon Tea includes a mix of sandwiches, home-baked cakes, scones with local jam and cream and of course hot drinks too.

You can pre-book your hampers online and give us 24 hours notice or you can book on arrival for collection later in your visit.

#freshfood #localfood #picnichamper #afternoontea #castlekennedygardens #visitscotland #DiscoverScottishGardens

Nature Prints Event Next Wednesday 24 August. Joi

Nature Prints Event Next Wednesday 24 August.

Join our Head Gardener to harness the power of nature to create some stunning artwork to take home. During this guided activity, you will learn how to create amazing shapes and shadows on paper using the wonderful environment in the Gardens. Children must be accompanied by an adult. This activity is open to all ages.

Link to tickets in bio.

@visitscotland @discoverscottishgardens #schoolholidays #summerholidays #thingstodo #familyfun #natureart #natureprints #headgardener #stranraer #castlekennedygardens

Scottish Storytelling, Myths & Legends Event Frida

Scottish Storytelling, Myths & Legends Event Friday 19 August.

In association with @visitscotland Year of Stories, we welcome author Stephen McCabe this Friday for an epic journey in the little-known myths and legends from the Moorfoot area of Midlothian; a land of psychic trees, bagpipe-playing ghosts, and exploding hills.

Link to tickets in bio.

#yearofstories #midlothian #dumfriesandgalloway #stranraer #castlekennedygardens #storytelling #scottishhistory #myths #legends
@discoverscottishgardens

Salvias & The Walled Garden – Guided Walk Monda

Salvias & The Walled Garden – Guided Walk

Monday 29th August 10.30am – 12.00pm.
Tickets £3 plus admission to the Gardens, plus a hot drink and a free slice of home-baking (members get 10% off tickets).

Our Walled Garden is at its best in the height of summer with the borders in full bloom. Join our former Head Gardener for an inspiring and informative guided walk to uncover the abundance of mid-summer in our Walled Garden. Salvias are amazing at this time of year. Also see Osteospermum, Verbenas, and Delphiniums.

📷 Salvia 'fulgens' & Salvia 'indigo spires'

Our plant centre is full of a wonderful variety of

Our plant centre is full of a wonderful variety of plants those season.

From shrubs to flowers, trees to grasses there is something of interest to most gardeners.

📷 Hydrangea 'preziosa'
📷 Tipa Tenuissima 'angel hair'
📷 Auracaria Araucana 'monkey puzzle'
📷 Hemerocallis 'red'

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