Ardkinglas Woodland Garden
Majestic Woodland Walks and Family Friendly Trails
Ardkinglas Woodland Garden offers a scenic and inspiring escape filled with towering champion trees, vibrant rhododendrons and diverse wildlife.
Set beside Loch Fyne, visitors can explore well maintained trails, spot red squirrels and birds of prey, and discover highlights like the Old Mill and unique sculptures.
Families will love the free Gruffalo and Fairy Trails, while regular events from concerts to yoga, add to its charm.
With beautiful views, picnic spots and accessible paths, it’s a memorable outing for all ages.
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Opening Times & Admission Prices
Opening Days: Open all year from dawn to dusk
Opening Times: Dawn to dusk
Admission Prices House: Adult £5, 3 to 16 years £2.50, Under 13’s Free
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Our Top Tip: Dress appropriately if it has been raining, which does happen occasionally!
Local Weather for Ardkinglas Woodland Garden
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About Ardkinglas Woodland Garden
Ardkinglas Woodland Garden is packed full of interest and inspiration from champion trees, rhododendrons, trails and wildlife.
The arboretum / pinetum has with magnificent views over Loch Fyne.
Take a walk through the seriously tall trees, one, Abies Grandis, was the tallest in the UK until a couple of years ago!
There are silver firs, red cedar and Patagonia cypress among others.
Red squirrels, sparrow hawks and buzzards may be spottable.
The Old Mill is worth a walk to for a wee nosey around and you may well happen across some sculpture by Andy McClintock.
For the children, and those young at heart, there is the super Gruffalo Trail & Fairy Trail which is free with entry to the gardens.
While the house is not open to the public you can book private tours and watch out on the events page for various opening days.
Speaking of which there are are plenty of events at Ardkinglas including musical concerts, cooking courses and yoga!
Accessibility at Ardkinglas Woodland Garden
Partially wheel chair and pram friendly, steep in places.
Dogs at Ardkinglas Woodland Garden
Dog on leads at all times are welcome in the garden.
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Visitor Reviews of Ardkinglas Woodland Garden
Google Visitor Review Score 4.7 stars
Don’t take our word for how genuinely super these gardens are.
Here is what visitors think about their visit to the Ardkinglas Woodland Gardens:
Debbie Minter: Loved the magical atmosphere, tall trees, and well-marked loop walk with seating and views.
Rebekah Greathead: Enjoyed the well-maintained paths and fun Gruffalo and Fairy Trails for all ages.
Emma Smyth: Appreciated the scenic walk, great photo opportunities, and charming kids’ areas despite rainy weather.
Ann Cowperthwaite: Liked the clear signage, variety of trails, and engaging features for children like the slide and themed walks.
Stuart Macnair: Praised the breathtaking scenery, autumn colours, and close encounters with red squirrels.
Map, Location, Directions & Contact Details for Ardkinglas Woodland Garden
All information was believed to correct at the time of publicatio
The Square
Cairndow Argyll & Bute PA26 8BG
United Kingdom