Visit Glendoick Woodland Gardens

Situated 1/2 mile behind the Glendoick Garden centre on the southern slopes of the Sidlaw Hills. Glendoick's Woodland Gardens are open in April and May from 10am to 4pm. Out of season you can visit by arrangement. Due to steep paths, steps and gravel, the gardens are not suitable for wheelchairs. These are wild  woodland gardens, and not manicured. We deliberately leave grass to grow to encourage wild flowers. There are other gardens to visit if you prefer a manicured look. But wer have a spectacular collection of plants, bridges, great views, a photogenic house, a fast flowing burn, ruined milll and several waterfalls.

Glendoick was included in the Independent on Sunday's exclusive survey of Europe's Top 50 Gardens, and boasts a unique collection of plants collected by three generations of Coxes from their plant-hunting expeditions in China and the Himalaya.

You can see one of the finest collections of rhododendrons and azaleas, hydrangeas and bulbs in our woodland gardens.

Many of the Rhododendron and azalea species and hybrids have been introduced from the wild or bred by the Cox family and the gardens boast a huge range of plants from as far afield as Chile, Tasmania and Tibet.

Peter and Kenneth Cox have written numerous books on rhododendrons and gardens. Kenneth Cox's book Scotland for Gardeners describes 500 of Scotland's finest gardens.

To visit the gardens, buy tickets at the garden centre. It is 1/2 mile to the gardens so most visitors drive up and park at the drive side. You are welcome to walk up if you want the exercis. Please close all gates behind you.

Visiting Glendoick Gardens FAQS   

How much are tickets to gardens   £5 for adults

How long does it take to walk round. 1-2 hours depending on speed, stamina and level of interest. Some people walk every path... some dont.

When is the best time to visit? For Camellias, Magnolias, Daffodils, rhododendron species and dwarf rhododendrons, April. For the most spectacular colour from hybrid rhododendrons and azaleas   May. 

Can I take my dog?   Dogs are not allowed in the gardens

Is there a cafe?   Yes at the garden centre. Table service. 

Is there a guidebook? . Yes you can buy it at the garden centre

Can I have a guided tour.?   Kenneth Cox takes prebooked tours round if he is available.

Is it suitable for wheelchairs?  No it is rough and steep terrrain with many steps