Dawyck Botanic Garden is home to one of Scotland's finest tree collections including some of Britain's oldest and tallest trees. The 65-acre Garden offers woodland and burnside walks and is renowned for its seasonal displays of snowdrops, bluebells, rhododendrons, azaleas, Himalayan poppies and autumn colour. Visitors can enjoy themed trails and follow the adventures of plant explorers such as David Douglas, after whom the Douglas fir is named - ideal for all the family.

How to find us

Dawyck is 28 miles south of Edinburgh on the B712, eight miles southwest of Peebles in the Scottish Borders.

Location

Awards

Dawyck has a five star quality tourism award from Visit Scotland. It also has a silver Green Tourism Award.

Highlights

• Dawyck Tree Collection, one of the finest in Scotland
• Woodland and burnside walks are stunning in any season
• Heron Wood, the world's first ever reserve for mosses, lichens and fungi
• The European Silver Fir, planted in 1680
• Treasures from Nepal, China, Chile and more

Group visits

Discounts are available for groups of 11 or more, providing payment is by a single transaction. Call 01721 760254 to pre-book.

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