Galloway House Gardens Trust

These historic gardens, which are currently undergoing restoration, were created in 1740 by Lord Garlies, elder son of the 6th Earl of Galloway and are still maintained according to his original plans as informal pleasure grounds where wild flowers and plants have their place beside more exotic cultivated species.

It is here where Captain Neil McEacharn learnt to garden, before moving to Lake Maggiore in Italy to create the great gardens of Villa Taranto. A beautiful Handkerchief Tree (Davidia involucrata)dates from his ownership.

In early spring the gardens are bright with snowdrops and daffodils, followed by a display of rhododendrons, azaleas and many fine trees and shrubs. Enjoy peaceful walks among the lovely old trees, rhododendrons, azaleas and flowering shrubs to the quiet seashore and sandy bay.

Contact

Mr David Marshall

Garlieston
Newton Stewart
Dumfries & Galloway
DG8 8HF
Scotland

Tel: +44 (1988) 600680
Tel: +44 (1536) 770365
Fax: +44 (1536) 772061
E-Mail: david-a-marshall@compuserve.com
WWW: http://www.galloway/housegardens.org.uk