Description:
Nineteen miles north of Inverness, Foulis Castle lies 230 feet above the Cromarty Firth, overlooking the Black Isle. An arboretum is contained within the old kitchen garden, with giant rhododendrons and azaleas in the large grassed areas. Within the courtyard is a garden planted by Eleanor Munro in the 1980s with colour for all seasons, creating a tranquil atmosphere within this sheltered microclimate. The grounds cover roughly eight acres with ponds, a burn and large swathes of daffodils, on pebbled gravel paths and grass. Foulis Castle, a Grade 1 listed Georgian building, was built on the ruins of a much earlier 14th century castle and is the home to Clan Munro. The old coach road, which passed through the courtyard was diverted in the early 1800s, but still holds some of its ancient charm where it passes through the grounds.
Directions: On the B817, off the A9 to Evanton, before the village turn left into Drummond Road, then left at next T junction. The castle is on the right after approx 1.5 miles. Follow the signage to parking on the day. Take a bus to Evanton, then walk two miles to Foulis Castle.
Other details: £5.00 donation for tea/coffee and cakes
