Scotland's Gardens Scheme Stirlingshire

15/06/2026

Yesterday SGS Open Garden visitors to Oakmore at Blairhoyle were treated to a wonderful garden in very pleasant early summer weather. The herbaceous borders were full of colour and buzzing with bees. Overhead there were swallows swooping and plenty other small birds to watch on the bird feeders. At the top of the garden I found the stone throne and enjoyed the view from there. On the way I took note of some interesting plants and flowers. Once back to the house cream tea on the patio was most welcome. If you missed it this year watch out for next year’s opening day.

09/06/2026

Another beautiful garden in Stirlingshire is open on Sunday 14th June

OAKMORE. Blairhoyle, Port of Menteith, Stirling FK8 3LF
Open from 11am - 5pm, with admission £6.00, children free.

Oakmore is a 3.5 acre garden with spectacular views over the Menteith and Campsie Hills. From a woodland walk to large formal herbaceous borders, a rose garden to bog garden, there aims to be something interesting, unusual, and inspirational for everyone. Children are most welcome to get up close to nature with two natural ponds, a fish pond and meadow areas, and there is a south-facing, fully accessible patio for those who simply want to enjoy the views with a cream tea. There is partial wheelchair access.
There will be a good plant sale with many shrubs and herbaceous plants on offer.

02/06/2026

THORNTREE Arnprior FK8 3EY
Sunday 7 June, 2pm - 5pm. Also open by arrangement 1 May - 1 September.
This cottage garden has evolved from growing dried flowers into triangle beds to meander through with more and more plants filling in the gaps. There are amazing views from Aberfoyle to the hills beyond to Doune. Last year, 2025, was a year of growth and everything did do exceptionally well, with little frost to impede plants, so lots had to be divided, therefore a good plant stall will be available. The garden is kept with the aid of WRAGs trainees - a new trainee started in November to help with all the compost spreading! Delicious Teas will be provided by the team from the Driving for the Disabled Group in Kippen.
Admission £6.00, children free for· Forth Driving Group RDA SCIO & WFGA

30/05/2026

SCOTLAND’S GARDENS 2026.
Our gardens in Stirlingshire are awash with colour just now and 6 of them in Bridge of Allan will be open tomorrow 31st May from 1pm - 5pm. Visitors will be made welcome with an entry fee of £7.50 to view all of them. To find out where they are come to St Saviour’s Episcopal Church in Keir St for a ticket and map. Also at the church teas will be served, and a colourful array of plants can be purchased there too.
Don’t let the thought of a little rain put you off, the gardens are needing it to freshen things up for visitors tomorrow.
Full details can be found on Scotland’s Gardens Scheme website. scotlandsgardens.org

25/05/2026

Kilbryde Castle had a lovely day for their Open Gardens yesterday. A breeze kept things cool enough to enjoy the event. There was a great plant sale and wonderful cakes and coffee to enjoy. Thanks to our SGS Stirlingshire supporters for visiting.

NEXT SUNDAY 31st MAY the town of Bridge of Allan has their SGS Charity Open Garden afternoon. There are 6 Gardens to see from 1pm till 5pm. with admission £7.50.
Ticket and maps are only available at St. Saviour’s Episcopal Church Keir St. FK9 4AT. Once you have your map you can plan a route to the gardens of choice. N.B. Some are not n walking distance of the Church so transport required.
Also at the Church teas will be served, and the plant stall is located there too. 11th Bridge of Allan Scout Group will be providing some assistance at the Church.
As well as SGS gardens Sunnylaw Community Meadow and The Well House in Bridge of Allan will welcome visitors.
Check the SGS website for more details.

22/05/2026

Wonderful gardens to see at Kilbryde on Sunday. The rhododendrons and azaleas are stunning. There will be some for sale on the plant stall along with many other shrubs and herbaceous plants too.

Our gardens are open this Sunday 24th May from 11am until 5pm 🌞 the forecast is looking good. There will be a plant sale and teas & coffees for sale too. 🪴🌺

20/05/2026

SGS Stirlingshire had another successful Open Day last Sunday despite the cold and rather wet day. Over 150 people turned out to see the beautiful garden. The tea room served such delicious cakes, and the plant stall also was popular.
The next open garden in our area is this Sunday at Kilbryde Castle. The weather promises to be much improved by then. Do come along to explore the wonderful gardens and woodland walks. Plant stall and teas again will be available.
Kilbryde Castle near Dunblane. Open May 24th from 11am - 5pm. Entry is £6

11/05/2026

SGS Stirlingshire were off to a great start with the first Open Day at Dunblane yesterday. 250+ visitors enjoyed a pleasant afternoon visiting the 3 gardens, 2 of which were new to all of us. Three very different gardens were full of delightful areas to view. The plant sales area was buzzing with activity too. AND to top off the day there was a visit from Stirling Lord Provost, Rosemary Fraser.
For the garden visitors Strawberry Teas were available at the nearby church, St. Mary’s. There the Dunblane Mother’s Union welcomed many to the 150th Anniversary fundraising occasion.
Next week Mollan House near Thornhill invites garden lovers to see their beautiful spring displays. Open Sunday 17th. 12 noon - 4 pm.

08/05/2026

Dunblane Open Gardens. Sunday May 10th. 1.00pm - 5.00pm.

Three gardens looking amazing just waiting for visitors to come on Sunday. Tickets £7.50 from St Blane’s House on High Street. Two other gardens are close by on Smithy Loan.
The plant stall is ready with rhododendrons, azaleas, and other trees and shrubs for sale. Also on sale are lots of herbaceous perennials potted up from local garden sources so you know they will grow in this area.
Teas are being sold at St Mary’s Church nearby.

19/04/2026

Not long now till the first Stirlingshire Open Garden Day is held. Three lovely gardens in Dunblane will open on Sunday 10th of May. Joining St Blane’s House, an old favourite, are 2 new ones, The Old Smiddy and Cranford, just a few minutes walk away in the centre of Dunblane.