Gardens to visit in Aberdeenshire

There are lots of beautiful places to visit in Aberdeenshie and we feature 7 of the best Gardens, Houses and Castles which are open to the pubic.

Historic Houses

Balmoral Castle, near Ballater

Aberdeenshire, Loved by the late Queen Elizabeth II - Balmoral Castle and its great gardens have been the Scottish home of the Royal Family since it was purchased for Queen Victoria by Prince Albert in 1852.

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National Trust Scotland

Castle Fraser Garden, Inverurie

Aberdeenshire, Castle Fraser is one of the grandest castles of Mar and was built between 1575 and 1636 and is a wonderful place to visit. CASTLE open.

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Cawdor Castle and gardens near Inverness

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Cawdor Castle & Garden, near Inverness

Highland, Cawdor Castle is fortunate to have three gardens including an amazing walled garden. The gardens are beautiful in every season and a great place to visit. . CASTLE open.

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National Trust Scotland

Crathes Castle and Gardens, Banchory

Aberdeenshire, Crathes Castle and Gardens influenced by the Arts and Crafts movement are a real jewel of a place. The castle, gardens and setting combine to stunning effect. CASTLE open.

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National Trust Scotland

Haddo House and Garden

Aberdeenshire, Haddo House and Gardens in Aberdeenshire another beautiful National Trust for Scotland gem. The Historic House is open with a collection of paintings by Victorian artist James Giles and is a great place to visit..

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National Trust Scotland

Leith Hall Garden, near Huntly

Aberdeenshire, Leith Hall Garden covers 6 acres and features extensive herbaceous borders, At the top of the gardenis an unusual Chinese Moon Gate (moon shaped) where visitors can enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding hills.. The beautiful historic Hall is open.

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National Trust Scotland

Pitmedden Gardens, near Aberdeen

Aberdeenshire, Pitmedden is a stunning and eye-catching garden full of colour, not only from the plantings in the parterres but in the herbaceous borders which fringe the walls. The elaborate designs inspired by the garden at the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh.

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