The garden was laid out in 1780 in the landscape style, fashionable at the time. The original features of the garden remain unchanged, with sweeping lawns, large specimen trees and a natural pond and burn which runs through the whole garden. The woodland is being restored and replanted with specimen rhododendrons, hydrangeas and woodland carpeters. A formal pleasure garden is being created in sympathetic style. Underwood House provides activity, training and employment for young people with neurological conditions. In 2019, a beautiful sensory area was created by partner schools, working with young volunteers from the Prince's Trust.
Directions: South bound on A77 pass Hansel Village, take next left signposted Underwood/Ladykirk. At the stone bridge take left, continue to Underwood Lodge. Pass the Lodge, go for 150 yards. Turn left to Underwood House. From Ayr on A77 take exit to Symington, take first right, signposted Underwood/Ladykirk. Cross over A77 on to south carriageway.
Openings:
Saturday/Sunday, 8/9 May, 10am - 4pm (2021)
Admission £5.00, children free.
· Underwood House SCIO 60%.
Saturday/Sunday, 21/22 August, 10am - 4pm (2021)
Admission £5.00, children free.
· Underwood House SCIO 60%.
Other details: Visitors should make contact in advance, and will be given a timed slot during the open days.