Blair Castle is at the hub of a breathtaking historic landscape most of which was laid out in the 18th century and features a magnificent walled garden, a peaceful wooded grove, a ruined kirk, a red deer park and a whimsical gothic folly. Native red squirrels can often be spotted amongst the branches, whilst children play underneath in the woodland adventure playground.

Hercules Garden is a stunning nine acre walled garden restored to its original Georgian design. Named after the life-sized statue of Hercules which overlooks the garden, it incorporates landscaped ponds, a folly, a Chinese bridge and an impressive orchard of more than 100 fruit trees. The glory of this garden in summer are the herbaceous borders which run along the 275m south-facing wall.

How to find us

Come off the A9 at Blair Atholl and drive through the village, the entrance is large and prominent. The castle is signposted from the A9.

Location

Awards

Blair Castle and Gardens is graded five star by VisitScotland.

Highlights

• Orchard of more than 100 fruit trees
• Ruined kirk and a red deer park
• Chinese bridge
• Gothic folly
• Some of the Scotland's finest and tallest trees

Guided tours

Guided tours are available in the castle only for parties of 12 or more people. They are subject to availability so please request when booking.

Group visits

Guided tours are available in the castle only for parties of 12 or more people. They are subject to availability so please request when booking.

Accessibility statement

You can find our accessibility statement here.

Promotional Themes

• Herbaceous Borders & Plantings
• Water Gardens
• Rose Gardens
• Sculptures/Garden art
• Edible Gardens and Vegetables in Season
• Autumn Colour
• Daffodil Displays
• Bluebell Displays
• Snowdrops
• Red Squirrels
• Walled Garden