Glorious Gardens of Argyll & Bute

Events

Benmore Botanic Garden - In Search of the Blue Poppy

Courtyard Gallery
Photographs from a 2010 expedition sponsored by the Scottish Rock Garden Club, following in the footsteps of George Sherriff and Frank Ludlow into the mountains of Bhutan.

Exhibition closed 14th April – 28th April.
Garden admission applies

  • Date(s): 1 March 2012
  • to 29 June 2012
  • Time: 10:30
  • to 16:30

Ardkinglas House Garden Open

Every Thursday April to June

Admission £3-50, under 16s free. Joint ticket with Ardkinglas
Woodland Garden £6.00

Please enquire at Woodland Garden kiosk for map and directions.

  • Date(s): 1 April 2012
  • to 28 June 2012

Guided Tour of Ardkinglas House

Every Friday April to October 2pm
£6.15 per person, £3.00 primary school children, younger ones free.
Booking essential.

  • Date(s): 1 April 2012
  • to 26 October 2012
  • Time: 14:00

Benmore Botanic Garden - Guided Tours & Explorer

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday at 2.00pm from the admissions area.
See the best of Benmore by joining a guided tour.

The Benmore Explorer runs on a Wednesday and Thursday.

To book the explorer call 01369 706 261 or enquire at the admissions desk.
Garden admission applies

  • Date(s): 1 April 2012
  • to 28 September 2012
  • Time: 14:00

Mount Stuart - QUEEN'S DIAMOND JUBILEE CELEBRATIONS

FREE ENTRY TO MOUNT STUART GROUNDS
Celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee at Mount Stuart with a day packed full of regal activities from Afternoon Teas to Crown decorating. To mark this important and historic moment in The Queen’s reign the aim is to light 2,012 beacons – the length and breadth of the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, the Commonwealth and other countries around the world. We will end the day of festivities with our very own Mount Stuart Bonfire and become part of history.

  • Date(s): 4 June 2012
  • Time: 12:00
  • to 20:00

Benmore Botanic Garden - Garden Open Day

Free Entry to Garden all day
Tours, activities for children, plant sale, craft fair, cake and candy.
Fun for all the family

  • Date(s): 10 June 2012
  • Time: 12:00

Mount Stuart - FATHER'S DAY WEEKEND

Treat your dad this Father’s Day weekend with a trip to Mount Stuart.
In the restaurant, all dads can enjoy a complimentary beverage with any purchase.
In the Visitor Centre, all children can get crafty by making their very own Father’s Day card.
We will also be offering a special Father’s Day Tour with Whisky on Sunday 17th at 2pm

  • Date(s): 16 June 2012
  • to 17 June 2012
  • Time: 10:00
  • to 22:00

Benmore Botanic Garden - Serenade

Courtyard Gallery
“An Afternoon Serenade with the Grazioso String Quartet’’ with a varied and attractive choice of music
in beautiful surroundings.
What better combination than a String Quartet and Botanic Garden in summer!
Garden admission applies.

  • Date(s): 17 June 2012
  • Time: 14:30

Mount Stuart - MOUNT STUART

£150 per person
(ticket price includes drinks reception, and 3 course meal with wine)
Mount Stuart plays host to an evening of murderous fun.
You are cordially invited to the engagement party of 3rd Earl of Bute to Lady Mary Wortley Montagu. However, this is no ordinary party as there is a sinister character lurking somewhere within the House. Your evening begins with a drinks reception to toast the new engaged couple; you will then be invited through to the stunning Marble Hall for a 3 course feast. As you dine with a variety of characters including the happy couple themselves you will attempt to uncover the culprit of the crime. An unforgettable night in a truly atmospheric setting

  • Date(s): 23 June 2012
  • Time: 19:00