Description:
GlenKindie Castle is a 16th-century castle remodelled in the 1900s. The walled gardens are laid out in the Victorian Arts & Crafts style with herbaceous borders, a magnificent rhododendron shrubbery, specimen trees and rose beds. There is a fine collection of 19th-century yew topiary depicting teddy bears, chess pieces and characters from Alice in Wonderland. Visitors can also enjoy a stroll around the pond to view the 17th-century dovecot.
Directions: On the A97 Alford/Strathdon road, 12 miles west of Alford. Entrance to GlenKindie Castle is through the main gates, free parking available near the gardens. What3words location: ///vision.trainer.shredder
Other details: Admission £10 including refreshments, children free, no dogs except service dogs. Toilet and disabled toilet facilities available. Christopher Bently will be showcasing an array of bonsai specimens from his collection at Kildrummy Gardens. There will also be a raffle, refreshments marquee, and plant sales.
