24 acres of woodland and more formal Gardens running down from the 18th century Grade "A" listed Arbigland House to a beach with wide views across the Solway Firth to the Cumbrian Hills. A great variety of unusual trees and plants, some dating back to the 18th and early 19th centuries. The historic value of the House and Gardens have been assessed as "high" or "outstanding" by Historic Environment Scotland.

About us

HIGHLIGHTS

Awards

The historic significance of Arbigland House and Gardens has been assessed as "high" even "outstanding" by Historic Environment Scotland. Their report is found at: http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/GDL00015

GUIDED TOURS

Subject to Covid restrictions, a guided tour of the principal rooms of the House is available at 3pm each day if booked in advance through the neighbouring John Paul Jones Museum. Cost £2.00 per adult, but numbers are limited.

Group visits

Group visits are welcomed and can be organised for the Gardens, or the House and Gardens, or in conjunction with the John Paul Jones Museum. Please contact the House on 01387 880 764 or the Museum on 01387 880 613.

ACCOMMODATION

VOLUNTEERING / INTERNSHIPS OPPORTUNITES

ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

You can find our accessibility statement here:

PROMOTIONAL THEMES

  • Woodland Gardens
  • Tree Collection/Champion Trees
  • Autumn Colour
  • Bluebell Displays
  • Rhododendron Displays
  • Primulas
  • Red Squirrels

HOW TO FIND US

Take the A710 to Kirkbean. At the bottom of the hill in the centre of the village, take the turning to Carsethorn and then the next turning right, following the signs to John Paul Jones' Cottage. After about a mile, turn left through white gates, again following signs to John Paul Jones' Cottage. After a further third of a mile, the gates to Arbigland House are in front of you, but turn right to the neighbouring John Paul Jones' Museum where the tickets are sold.

ADDRESS

Arbigland House, Kirkbean, Dumfries, DG2 8BQ

OPENING TIMES

Mon-Sun 11.00-16.30

Monday: 11am to 4.30pm

Tuesday: 11am to 4.30pm

Wednesday: 11am to 4.30pm

Thursday: 11am to 4.30pm

Friday: 11am to 4.30pm

Saturday: 11am to 4.30pm

Sunday: 11am to 4.30pm

Opening information

Closed from 1st November 2022 to 31st March 2023

ADMISSION PRICES

Adult: £4.50

Child: Free

Concession: £4.00

Other Pricing: Joint Ticket with neighbouring John Paul Jones Museum - £1.00 discount

ADDRESS

Dumfries and Galloway

Arbigland House, Kirkbean, Dumfries, DG2 8BQ

FACILITY

  • Car park
  • Accommodation

Accessibility

  • Accessible toilets

Family day out

  • Dog friendly

Snacks and drinks are available at the neighbouring John Paul Jones Museum

WEBSITE

https://arbiglandhouseandgardens.co.uk

E-MAIL

alcockalistair@gmail.com

PHONE

01387 880 764

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