Scotland's Gardens Scheme Moray & Nairn

11/08/2026

Ardvannachie, Genbeg

Sunday 23 August, 1pm - 5pm (2026)

Glenbeg Road, Grantown-on-Spey PH26 3EE
Ms Hayley Wiswell

Admission by donation

Nominated charity: The Friends of Grantown Primary 60%

Description: A delightful wildlife garden in the quiet rural area of Glenbeg, on the edge of Grantown-on-Spey. Hayley Wiswell has worked the garden for 10 years, increasing the abundance and diversity of native flowering plants to support local wildlife whilst also maintaining a small vegetable patch and ornamental beds. Ardvannachie has mature trees, wildflower areas, mini-meadows, a pond, greenhouses and an alpine garden. There are splendid views of the surrounding woodland and a wide variety of wildlife can be seen from the property; roe deer, buzzards, red kites and all manner of garden birds. The garden also has resident toads, breeding newts and there are always plenty of bees, butterflies and hoverflies.
Directions: Turn off the A95 at sign for Glenbeg, on the south side of Grantown-on-Spey. Turn left, then immediately right, following the road along the burn, going under the railway bridge. Ardvannachie is up the hill, garden and parking will be sign-posted.

20/07/2026

EARTH HOUSE APOTHECARY GARDENS

Pityoulish House, Pityoulish PH22 1RD

E:[email protected]

Saturday 25 July, 11am - 4pm (2026)
Admission £6.00, children free.
Nominated charity: Maggie's 60%.
Description: Beautiful wildflowers and trees surround an ancient site with a restored fishing lodge looking over the Spey. The garden consists of a beautiful, mixed woodland with standing stones, labyrinth and a beech hedge tunnel. Recent developments include wildflower meadows, heritage fruit orchard and a courtyard herb garden including culinary and medicinal herbs. Apothecary will also be open for viewing. Plans designed by Jo Mackenzie.
Directions: Drive north from Coylumbridge on the B970 for about two miles, passing Loch Pityoulish on your right. Turn into Pityoulish Estate drive and head up the middle drive. Limited parking available in front of the house, additional parking across the road from entrance drive.

13/07/2026

🌹 Better known for its Daffodil Days in spring, did you know that GRANDHOME on the outskirts of Aberdeen has an 18th century walled garden filled with wonderful roses and herbaceous borders at this time of year?

🌳 The surrounding grounds are home to a range of mature trees and shrubs.

📒Open By Arrangement 1 April - 31 October.
🎟️Admission £5.00, children free.
💛Nominated charity: All proceeds to SGS Beneficiaries.
🍰🫖Homemade teas
🐕‍🦺🚫No dogs please
📧 📞 When booking please give at least 3 working days notice.

📍 From the north end of North Anderson Drive, continue on the A92 over Persley Bridge, turning left at the Tesco roundabout. After 1¾ miles, turn left through the pillars on a left-hand bend.

13/07/2026

13/07/2026

GLENRINNES LODGE

Dufftown, Keith, Banffshire AB55 4BS
Mrs Kathleen Locke (please contact Glenrinnes Farms Ltd Estate Office)
T:01340 820384/073939 28049

www.glenrinnes.com

Current Openings:
By arrangement 2 June - 27 August (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday). Please phone to arrange a visit. (2026)
Admission £10.00, children free.
Nominated charity: Alzheimer's Research UK 60%

Sunday 26 July, 2pm - 5pm (2026)
Admission £6.00, children free.
Nominated charity: Alzheimer's Research UK 60%.
Description: The garden and policies surrounding Glenrinnes Lodge are typical of a Victorian lodge. They are full of exciting, colourful borders. Newly-developed areas are now beginning to establish and give year-round seasonal interest in the kitchen garden and glasshouse, the secret garden, labyrinth and bog garden. There are also woodland walks and a flight pond and meadow. If you are lucky, you may spot our red squirrel, otter and pine marten, all caught on our woodland trail camera.
Directions: In the centre of Dufftown, at the Clock Tower take the B9009 road to Tomintoul for about one mile. After passing Dufftown Golf Club on your right there is a lane to the left, which leads to two stone pillars to Glenrinnes Lodge.

Other details: Teas will be available for £5 on Sunday 26 July.

09/07/2026

BAY COTTAGE
Findhorn, Forres IV36 3YY

Margaret Kenley
E:[email protected]

Current Openings:

By arrangement 31 March - 31 July (Tuesday & Saturday) (2026)
Admission £7.00, children free.
Nominated charity: Forres, Nairn and District RDA 60%.

Description: Bay Cottage is situated on the edge of Findhorn Bay with extensive sea views. The garden, almost one acre, has been developed over six years. The aim is to provide self-sufficiency in growing fruit and vegetables whilst encouraging wildlife. The area around the house has a bog garden, vegetable plots, fruit trees, lawns and flower beds. A second area has a fruit cage and wildflower area sown with seeds 'suitable for a coastal garden'. The third area is woodland and has recently been sown with wildflower seeds. The polytunnel frame has been covered with netting to provide a second fruit cage. There is a small pond. The seven-sided gazebo has recently been fitted with seating and storage made by a local craftsman. Daffodils are in bloom March/April.
Directions: Bay Cottage is on the B9011 from Kinloss to Findhorn and is the first house on the left past the Findhorn sign. There is limited parking at the house. More parking is available at the ‘bird hide’ car park 400m before the house.

14/06/2026

EASTER LAGGAN

Dulnain Bridge, Grantown-on-Spey PH26 3NU
Rob and Julie Forrest

Opening Saturday 20 June 12-5pm

In aid of Parkinsons UK 60%

Description: Come and explore our beautiful five acre gardens, a tranquil retreat with breathtaking views of the Cairngorm Mountains. Wander through mature woodland alive with birdsong, red squirrels and a diverse array of wildlife. The gardens offer something for every visitor to enjoy, from formal lawns with colourful herbaceous borders, an alpine rockery garden to more wild areas with native flowers. A Scottish inspired Japanese garden complete with a natural pond and a gentle burn that cascades through the landscape providing the soothing sound of flowing water.
We are pesticide free and run a closed loop gardening system, nothing leaves the garden, everything is recycled as compost and mulch to be used on the beds and paths.
Whether you’re seeking peaceful reflection, inspiration for your own garden or simply a scenic stroll, these gardens offer a truly enchanting escape into nature.
Directions: From Grantown on Spey head south on the A95. Take the turning signed to Dulnain Bridge. Turn immediately right on to the old road, then immediately left up the track. The house and garden are at the top of the track. Parking available in the grounds. From Aviemore take the A95 towards Grantown on Spey. Go past the first turning signed to Dulnain Bridge and take the second signed turning. Then turn immediately right on to the old road and immediately left up the track. The house and garden are at the top of the track. Parking available in the grounds.

Other details: Local crafts for sale.

14/06/2026

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