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Welcome to Castle Kennedy Gardens, one of Scotland’s finest, set in 75 acres and offering something for everyone to enjoy.

From stunning features to exotic plants and trees, sculptured landforms, magnificent walks and popular bird hides, the Gardens are a hidden treasure in South West Scotland and a perfect haven for relaxing and exploring.

Find out more about some of our highlights below.

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We've been missing @TinVanPizza so much that we've We've been missing @TinVanPizza so much that we've invited them back for a special pop-up event! 🍕😋 They'll be serving their delicious fresh pizzas beside the castle from Saturday, 31 July until Sunday, 8 August! Unlike last summer, they will be inside the garden from midday until 5pm. We'll race you to the front of the line! #FreshPizza #TinVanPizzaCo #ScottishGardens #DiscoverScottishGardens #CastleKennedyGardens #DumfriesandGalloway
Weighed down with dew, our clouds of Marguerite da Weighed down with dew, our clouds of Marguerite daisies, Argyranthemum frutescens, are bathing in the morning sunshine. Visit them in the walled garden this weekend. Link to tickets in our bio.
It's a pirate's life for me! A massive thank you It's a pirate's life for me! A massive thank you to all the shipmates who came to Treasure Island last night! It was certainly hot enough to feel like we'd been washed up on a desert island 🏝
**Now booked, and in record time! We have autumn b **Now booked, and in record time! We have autumn breaks open for bookings too, so please check our website for more availability** Are you looking for a last-minute getaway? We've just had a cancellation at our stunning holiday cottage for next week. The weather is set to be beautiful. Come for history, wildlife and to roam the acres of stunning garden estate. We've just had a cancellation at our stunning holiday cottage for next week. The weather is set to be beautiful. Come for the history, wildlife and to roam the acres of stunning garden estate. Or call us for shorter stays: 01776 702 024
The sun has risen on a beautiful day in the garden The sun has risen on a beautiful day in the gardens and it's going to be a fantastic evening for outdoor theatre! Join us by the castle for Treasure Island this evening from 5pm. Book using the link in our bio 👆
Wednesday is our time to slow down and enjoy the t Wednesday is our time to slow down and enjoy the tranquil oasis of the walled garden as we take part in @silentspaace. Slowly the hands move round the clock, Slowly the dew dries on the dock. Slow is the snail - but slowest of all The green moss on the old brick wall. James Reeves Join us for a peaceful moment in the garden: https://tinyurl.com/BookTicketsCKG
Arrrr you ready for sea shanties and sword fights Arrrr you ready for sea shanties and sword fights this Thursday, 22 July? 🏴‍☠️ Our open-air theatre production of Treasure Island is in the gardens at 6pm. Book your tickets using the link in our bio!
Glorious colour! 🌈 Visit the walled garden th Glorious colour! 🌈 Visit the walled garden this weekend and enjoy the incredible rainbow of flowers in the borders. Book your tickets using the link in our bio.
The moment you realise that you're not the first v The moment you realise that you're not the first visitor to arrive at the gardens… Join us for our weekly moment of calm as we host Silent Spaces each Wednesday. Find out more and book your tickets using the link in our bio. #RedDeer #SilentSpaces #WalledGarden #ScottishGardens #DiscoverScottishGardens #CastleKennedyGardens #DumfriesandGalloway
Wow, what a view! This was taken just before our Wow, what a view! This was taken just before our summer bedding was planted out. We're wondering if we should repeat the process to include the incredible waves of summer colour sweeping through the borders now. What do you think? #CastleKennedyGardens #DiscoverScottishGardens #SouthWestScotland #WalledGarden #historicgardens #GardenDesign
Each Wednesday we host Silent Spaces. It's an oppo Each Wednesday we host Silent Spaces. It's an opportunity to take a deep breath and enjoy the gardens without any distractions from the outside world. We think this poem excerpt by Alastair Reid conveys the peacefulness perfectly: Greenness entered the body. The grasses shivered with presences, and sunlight stayed like a halo on hair and heather and hills. Join us for our weekly moment of calm. Book your ticket via the link in our bio. #SilentSpaces #ScottishGardens #DiscoverScottishGardens #CastleKennedyGardens #DumfriesandGalloway
The sun is shining and the weather forecast is loo The sun is shining and the weather forecast is looking good for the rest of the day! What a great day for Mr Stink 🙌 We’ve got ice-creams in the freezer and can’t wait for you to join us here this evening. Pack up your picnics and we'll see you at the gardens from 5pm. We have a final few tickets left if you haven’t already bought yours: https://tinyurl.com/MrStinkCKG
We have a winner for our Mr Stink open-air theatre We have a winner for our Mr Stink open-air theatre production, being performed in the gardens tomorrow at 6pm. Congratulations Sherrieann and Colby! 🥳 Don't worry if you weren't lucky this time... tickets are still available on our website (link in bio) and at the main entrance of the garden.
It's the perfect time to walk amongst the masses o It's the perfect time to walk amongst the masses of deep pink flowers in the walled garden. This is our glorious Buddleja Colvilei, a rare species of Buddleja with large hanging pink flowers. #buddleja #buddleia #WalledGarden #ScottishGardens #DiscoverScottishGardens #CastleKennedyGardens #DumfriesandGalloway
**Competiton Ended** Your chance to win! Mr Stink **Competiton Ended** Your chance to win! Mr Stink is coming to Castle Kennedy Gardens on Tuesday, 6 July at 6pm and we're giving you a final chance to win a family ticket to the fun-packed open-air theatre production! For your chance to win a family ticket: 1.Like Castle Kennedy Gardens 👍 2.Like this post 😍 3.Tag a friend in the comments 👫 We will draw a winner at random on Monday morning, 5th July. Good luck! Thank you to everyone who entered the competition and congratulations to our winners, Sherrieann and Colby! If you haven't been lucky this time, then tickets are still available on our website or at the main entrance.
"Castle Kennedy Gardens is much better than going "Castle Kennedy Gardens is much better than going to Mallorca." - student @ Castle Kennedy Primary School 😎 A huge thanks to Castle Kennedy Primary School for sharing this great picture from their end-of-term visit, and probably the best review we've ever received! We hope you're all celebrating the end of term today 🙌 #Stranraer #CommunityMatters #DiscoverScottishGardens #CastleKennedyGardens #DumfriesandGalloway #SouthWestScotland
The opulent Chromatella Peonies are bursting open The opulent Chromatella Peonies are bursting open in the walled garden. See them for yourself and help us celebrate the start of summer! #Peonies #WalledGarden #ScottishGardens #DiscoverScottishGardens #CastleKennedyGardens #DumfriesandGalloway #SouthWestScotland #SW300
The Rhododendrons are putting on a show for Father The Rhododendrons are putting on a show for Father’s Day! And after your walk in the gardens, we’ve made sure there are plenty of delicious cakes and treats to help celebrate this special weekend 😋 #dumfriesandgalloway #FathersDay #castlekennedygardens #discoverscottishgardens
The white downy thimbles of the foxgloves are open The white downy thimbles of the foxgloves are opening up to welcome the sun's return! The walled garden is humming with activity as the bees fly between them all. Discover them for yourself this Father's Day. #foxgloves #DigitalisPurpureaFAlbiflora #ScottishGardens #DiscoverScottishGardens #CastleKennedyGardens #DumfriesandGalloway
It’s Monday, so we thought Ewe’d appreciate a It’s Monday, so we thought Ewe’d appreciate a catch up with our some beautiful Scottish Blackface lambs! Leaping and bounding all over the fields, they’ve definitely found their feet. 🐏🥰 #lamblife #springinscotland #gallowaysheep #castlekennedygardens #dumfriesandgalloway
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George Wellman CKG panaromic view over White Loch
George Wellman CKG panaromic view over White Loch
Scones on arrival - Balker Lodgering
Scones on arrival - Balker Lodgering
Castle Kennedy Gardens
Castle Kennedy Gardens
Summer is in full swing and the wall garden can hardly contain all the beautiful plants at this time of year. Join our Height of Summer guided walk, led by our gardening team. You'll find out what's looking amazing, what they're up to at this time of year, and how our gardeners continue to bring the history of the gardens to life. Book now: tinyurl.com/HeightSummerCKG ... See MoreSee Less

The Height of Summer guided walk – Castle Kennedy Gardens

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The Castle, built in the Scottish Baronial style in the mid-19th Century, is still home to the Earl and Countess of Stair and their family. Visit website

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Castle Kennedy Gardens
Castle Kennedy Gardens
We've been missing @TinVanPizza so much that we've invited them back for a special pop-up event! 🍕😋They'll be serving their delicious fresh pizzas beside the castle from Saturday, 31 July until Sunday, 8 August! Unlike last summer, they will be inside the garden from midday until 5pm. We'll race you to the front of the line!#freshpizza #tinvanpizzaco #scottishgardens #DiscoverScottishGardens #castlekennedygardens #dumfriesandgalloway ... See MoreSee Less

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Castle Kennedy Gardens
Castle Kennedy Gardens
More delicious treats are making their way over to our tearoom this morning. We’ll see you there! Book now: tinyurl.com/BookTicketsCKG#tearoom #castlekennedygardens #soutgwesscotland #historicgardens ... See MoreSee Less

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  • RT @TheGinClan: Roadtrip in Galloway - stay tuned for colour. #onlyinscotland #gloriousGalloway @LoganBotanicGdn #Whithorn @craftydistills… 08:45 AM Jun 30th
  • We've got lots of fun Garden Ranger activities planned in the gardens this summer, starting with a campfire breakfa… https://t.co/85IIzOEBrc 03:04 PM Jun 29th
  • The bluebells, or if you prefer harebells, are making a wonderful display in the woods. Why not come and see them… https://t.co/olo8GnLaJY 02:22 PM Apr 30th
  • Next year we hope you can walk our magical snowdrop trails in person as part of Scottish Snowdrop Festival. https://t.co/j5KP0ehjus 04:22 PM Feb 16th
  • Least we forget. https://t.co/uaSEjk48bP #RemembranceDay #siegfriedsasson #heros #PoppyAppeal #Scotland… https://t.co/B3I6zMEkk8 04:23 PM Nov 11th
  • The sun is out for Friday fun on the pumpkin trail and this wee pooch is making friends! https://t.co/uaSEjklJ3n… https://t.co/NPsONA6TRR 02:13 PM Oct 30th
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