Gardens in Aberdeen, Grampian and Moray

Follow the Castle Trail around the north east of Scotland and you'll also visit some magnificent gardens.

Biblical Garden

Located in King Street, Elgin (around the corner from the entrance to the Cathedral). The only garden of its type in Scotland. Open daily May to September. Free admission.

B&Bs near Elgin - Brandon Lodge near Portsoy

Balmoral Castle

Scottish Home to the Royal Family. Wander through the large kitchen garden, enjoy the views from the fountain area and admire the impressive rose garden. Riverside paths by the Dee. Short Ranger led walks. Usually open daily from April to mid August.

Crathes Castle

Near Banchory. Castle with spectacular gardens featuring herbaceous borders in garden "rooms" and unusual topiary. Garden and grounds open all year daily.

Pitmedden Gardens

Near Ellon - The heart of the property is the formal walled garden originally laid out in 1675 by Sir Alexander Seton. In the 1950s, the Trust set about re-creating the gardens following designs dating from the 17th century. Today, Pitmedden features over 5 miles of box hedging arranged in intricate patterns to form six parterres. Grounds open daily all year.

B&Bs near Pittmedden Gardens - Brandon Lodge near Portsoy

Kildrummy Castle Gardens

Near Alford. These gardens are a gem set in the small glen beside Kildrummy Castle. Rare arctic and rock plants. Licensed for marriages. Open April to October. Admission charge.

B&Bs Kildrummy Castle Gardens - Brandon Lodge near Portsoy

Drum Castle

Near Banchory. The original 13th century keep has an adjoining Jacobean mansion house and additions made by Victorian lairds. There are woodland trails and a garden of historic roses in the grounds. Grounds open daily all year. National Trust for Scotland