Benmore Botanic Garden

The 120-acre mountainside garden contains plant collections from the Himalaya, China, Japan, North America, and South America across varied elevations and landscapes.

The garden's establishment in 1863 began with Piers Patrick's purchase of the estate, leading to the planting of Giant Redwood trees at the entrance.

The Victorian Fernery preserves more than 70 species of ferns in a structured environment that reflects 19th-century horticultural design principles.

The garden operates from March through October, with admission fees of £8 for adults and free entry for children under 16 years old.

Seven miles of trails lead visitors through geographic zones including the Japanese Valley and Tasmanian Ridge, reaching heights of 140 meters above the landscape.

Location: Argyll and Bute

Location: Dunoon and Kilmun

Website: https://rbge.org.uk/visit/benmore-botanic-garden

GPS coordinates: 56.02639,-4.98111

Latest update: May 13, 2025 08:55