Brilliant design and meticulous maintenance give Pitmedden Garden its unique charm. In late 2018, and with thanks to a generous private supporter, a plan was made to explore an innovative ‘rethink’ of the formal parterre design. The historical importance of the garden was carefully reviewed to ensure that any reworking justifiably enhanced the current garden, and Chris Beardshaw, the designer, placed an increased emphasis on the narratives of ‘future gardening style’, biodiversity and responsible resource management.
With almost 6 miles of clipped box hedging in intricate patterns, the parterres are a masterpiece at the heart of the garden.
Dating back to 1675 it was originally laid out by Sir Alexander Seton until the Trust re-created the garden in the 1950s.
Planted on such an extravagant scale – Pitmedden is a garden of awe and definitely worth a visit.

How to find us

Road: on A920 1 mile West of Pitmedden; see website for further details.

Location

Awards

Green Tourism Silver Award, VisitScotland 4 Star Grading

Highlights

• Extensive herbaceous borders
• Orchard of over 200 fruit trees
• Museum of Farming Life
• Fascinating herb garden
• Taste Our Best award winning tearoom

Guided tours

Look out for special events such as garden walks, talks and lectures, demonstrations, apple days, wildlife events, special plant sales, musical performances and much more. See website for further details.For group tour ideas see our new website for exclusive trade offers, rates and ticket options, unique experiences and suggested itineraries. If you are a travel operator please contact our central Travel Trade department with all enquiries, bookings, and any other requirements like catering or bespoke tours - [email protected] or telephone: +44 (0) 131 458 0204. For general groups (clubs, friends, and parties) contact the properties direct for information, private tours and other special arrangements.

Group visits

For group tour ideas see our new website for exclusive trade offers, rates and ticket options, unique experiences and suggested itineraries. If you are a travel operator please contact our central Travel Trade department with all enquiries, bookings, and any other requirements like catering or bespoke tours - [email protected] or telephone: +44 (0) 131 458 0204. For general groups (clubs, friends, and parties) contact the properties direct for information, private tours and other special arrangements.

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