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.

About us

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

Awards

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

GUIDED TOURS

Group visits

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

ACCOMMODATION

VOLUNTEERING / INTERNSHIPS OPPORTUNITES

ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

You can find our accessibility statement here:

PROMOTIONAL THEMES

  • Meconopsis
  • Woodland Gardens
  • Water Gardens
  • Autumn Colour
  • Wild Berries
  • Daffodil Displays
  • Bluebell Displays
  • Rhododendron Displays
  • Snowdrops

HOW TO FIND US

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

ADDRESS

Stobo
Near Peebles
EH45 9JU

OPENING TIMES

Mon-Sun 10.00-17.00

Monday: 10:00 - 17:00

Tuesday: 10:00 - 17:00

Wednesday: 10:00 - 17:00

Thursday: 10:00 - 17:00

Friday: 10:00 - 17:00

Saturday: 10:00 - 17:00

Sunday: 10:00 - 17:00

Opening information

Closed from 1st December to 31 January inclusive.

ADMISSION PRICES

Adult: £8.00

Child: Under 16 free

Concession: £7.00

ADDRESS

Scottish Borders

Stobo
Near Peebles
EH45 9JU

FACILITY

  • Shop
  • Car park
  • Toilets
  • Events

Accessibility

  • Accessible parking
  • Accessible toilets
  • Wheelchair access
  • Hearing loops
  • Assistance Dogs

Family day out

  • Pushchair friendly

The Dawyck Studio offers a diverse programme of exhibitions throughout the seasons. The Dawyck cafe services coffees, teas, light meals and excellent home baking. The Botanics Shop offers a fascinating range of books, gifts, cards and plants.

WEBSITE

http://www.rbge.org.uk/dawyck

E-MAIL

marketing@rbge.org.uk

PHONE

01721 760254

FACEBOOK

https://www.facebook.com/dawyck/?ref=br_rs

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/dawyck/

X (Twitter)

https://twitter.com/Dawyck

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