Angus's Garden was created out of a mother's love for her son. Angus Macdonald was killed in Cyprus in 1956 and the garden was started the following year. Betty Macdonald's wish was for the creation of a spring flowering garden within a natural woodl...
The existing gardens originally formed part of the larger layout designed by Percy Cane for the owners of Ardencraig House. The walled garden was acquired by Rothesay Town council in 1970,and latterly by Argyll and Bute Council, and has been develope...
The Ardgartan Visitor Centre is ideally situated just past Arrochar, by the lovely shores of Loch Long. It is perfect for a stop-off and you can pick up information on the many things to see and do in this beautiful part of Scotland....
Ardmaddy Castle Garden rises above its formal walled garden on one side with outstanding views of the Islands on the other. Visitors approach the garden by an old arched footbridge over a burn finding its final path to the sea. A fine collection o...
Woodland walks through ancient woods. Collections of exotic birds. Farmyard with pot-bellied pigs, pygmy goats, donkeys, rabbits and guinea pigs, owls macaws and parrots. Visit Squirrel Nutkin's Pantry and have a picnic while watching the chipmunks a...
Within the attractive grounds of Kilmory Castle, centre of administration of Argyll and Bute Council lies Kilmory Woodland Park. William J Hooker, Professor of Botany at the University of Glasgow and later Director of Kew Gardens, is reputed to have ...
The Kilmun Forest research plots were established in the 1930s to monitor the success of a variety of exotic tree species in the humid west coast environment. This area is beautiful and unique in Scotland because there are 162 tree species planted...
The Old Byre is a Heritage Centre in the beautiful Glen Bellart close to the picturesque village of Dervaig on the Isle of Mull. The Old Byre is a must for anyone who would like to absorb the history of Mull in an effortless 'armchair' manner! Wit...
Tucked away from view, just off the A82, is the ‘family friendly’ Glencoe Visitor Centre, with exciting interactive displays and activities for both adults and children. ‘Living on The Edge’ explores the landscape, wildlife and history of thi...
Ascog Hall, with it's award-winning Victorian fernery and enchanting garden, can be found on the beautiful island of Bute in the Clyde estuary - only a virtual stone's throw from Glasgow and Edinburgh. Ascog Hall was built in 1844 by the Rev. Jame...
Tours around the house are conducted personally by Jeanne Macalister, Lady Glenbarr. The abbey is situated in lovely grounds with riverside and woodland walks, and facilities include a museum, gift shop, teas and Coffees, picnic facilities, and fr...
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