One of the finest formal gardens in Europe. First laid out in the early 17th century by John Drummond, 2nd Earl of Perth. They were enlarged and redesigned in the 19th century. Italianate in style with topiary hedges, parterres and bold autumn colours. Impressive 17th C obelisk sundial.

About us

HIGHLIGHTS

Mile-long beech lined entrance drive

Box hedge Parterre in shape of the Saltire

Obelisk Sundial built in 1630

Massive yew hedge topiary

Fine display of acers for autumn colour

CONCESSIONS

Awards

Visit Scotland 4 star rating

GUIDED TOURS

Guided tours for pre-booked groups by arrangement. Groups can visit prior to standard opening times or in the early evening, as well as during standard opening times. Special visits to the old keep by arrangement, subject to availability.

Group visits

Groups can visit prior to standard opening times or in the early evening, as well as during standard opening times. Special visits to the old keep by arrangement, subject to availability.

ACCOMMODATION

VOLUNTEERING / INTERNSHIPS OPPORTUNITES

ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

You can find our accessibility statement here:

PROMOTIONAL THEMES

  • Autumn Colour
  • Red Squirrels
  • Rhododendron Displays
  • Rose Gardens
  • Sculptures/Garden art
  • Tree Collection/Champion Trees
  • Woodland Gardens
  • Woodland Wildlife

HOW TO FIND US

2 miles south of Crieff on Muthill Road (A822). 20 minutes drive from A9

ADDRESS

Drummond Castle
Muthill
Crieff
PH7 4HN

Booking

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OPENING TIMES

1 May - 31 October, weekdays May 1pm-5pm, weekends 11am-5pm, rest 11am-5pm

Monday: 11:00 - 16:00

Tuesday: 11:00 - 16:00

Wednesday: 11:00 - 16:00

Thursday: 11:00 - 16:00

Friday: 11:00 - 16:00

Saturday: 11:00 - 16:00

Sunday: 11:00 - 16:00

Opening information

Closed season from 31 October - 30 April

ADMISSION PRICES

Adult: £12.50

Child: £5

Family: £30 (2 adults and 3 children)

ADDRESS

Perthshire

Drummond Castle
Muthill
Crieff
PH7 4HN

FACILITY

  • Car park
  • Garden
  • Shop
  • Toilets

Accessibility

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

Family day out

  • Dog friendly
  • Picnic area

Outdoor coffee and cake wagon with seating in the inner castle courtyard

WEBSITE

http://www.drummondcastlegardens.co.uk/

E-MAIL

clairewallace@drummondcastle.co.uk

PHONE

01764 681433

FACEBOOK

https://www.facebook.com/Drummond-Castle-Gardens-198056456998915/

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/drummond_castle_gardens/

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