Explore Scotland’s Garden Heritage at Drumlanrig Castle
Wednesday 11 June – Join our partners at Scotland’s Garden & Landscape Heritage for a special day of history, horticulture, and heritage at Drumlanrig Castle, one of Scotland’s most remarkable stately homes.
Wednesday 11 June 2025 | 10:45am–4:00pm
Nestled near Thornhill in Dumfriesshire, Drumlanrig Castle is surrounded by gardens that have been described as “a garden of history, heritage and culture, encapsulating the history of gardening in Scotland from their origins in the 17th century to the present day.”
The event includes:
Morning coffee and shortbread in the castle tea rooms
A guided tour of the castle, exploring centuries of architectural and social history
A light lunch of soup and sandwiches
A rare chance to view historic estate plans with archivists Crispin Powell and Dr Craig Thomas
A garden tour led by one of the estate’s head gardeners
Free time to explore the grounds at your own pace
Tickets:
£35 for SGLH Members | £45 for Non-members
Booking deadline: 9th June 2025
Book now at www.sglh.org
Getting there:
Drumlanrig Castle is located just off the A76, 17 miles north of Dumfries. It is signposted from the M74 (J14 southbound) and A702 at Abington and Elvanfoot. Postcode: DG3 4AQ
Car sharing is encouraged.
