Charity Garden Opening - Ecclesgreig Castle - Ecclesgreig Castle

Ecclesgreig Castle, Victorian gothick on a 16th-century core, is undergoing restoration. The castle is thought to be an inspiration for Bram Stoker’s _Dracula_. The snowdrop walk, with a variety of snowdrops, starts at the castle, meanders around the estate, along woodland paths and the pond, ending at the garden. In the Italian balustraded gardens, there is a 140-foot-long herbaceous border, classical statues and stunning shaped topiary with views across St Cyrus to the sea. Started from a derelict site, development continues. Also to be found in the grounds is the ancient well of St Cyrus.

This is a fundraising event for the open garden charity Scotland’s Gardens Scheme which raises money for hundreds of local charities.