Geilston Garden
Main Road Cardross
Dumbarton
G82 5HD
Free Access
Free access (member 1 only for joint memberships) applies Wed & Thu.
Opening Hours
13 Mar–31 Oct. Please see website for opening times.
Admission
Please see website for admission prices.
RHS members
Free access (member 1 only for joint memberships) applies Wed & Thu.
Facilities
- Toilets
- Children’s play area
- Baby changing facilities
- Children's activities
- Accessible facilities
- Free carer entry
- Parking
- Accessible garden
- Picnic area
- Group rates
- Plant sales
- Assistance dogs only
- DIY Refreshments
Features
- Woodland
- Herbaceous border
- Children’s garden (not playground)
About the garden
Owned by
Alison Farrell / National Trust for Scotland
Punches of colour, tasty vegetables and a succession of seasonal plants make this a classic garden with a vibrant feel. Geilston is typical of the small country estates on the banks of the Clyde, and has offered a tranquil haven for over 200 years. The kitchen garden springs to life in April and May.
Geilston is celebrated for its landscaping, which harmonises nature and cultivation. At the centre is the walled garden, dating back to 1797, dominated by a mammoth Wellingtonia tree. Be inspired by the 131ft herbaceous perennial border, or wander into wilder territory down by the Geilston Burn to connect with nature.
Children will love the playground, floral mini-maze and exploring the bluebell woods along the Geilston Burn.
Plants of special interest
Get involved
The Royal Horticultural Society is the UK’s leading gardening charity. We aim to enrich everyone’s life through plants, and make the UK a greener and more beautiful place.