An extensive and diverse collection of plants, interesting kitchen garden, spacious lawns, and river, lochside and woodland walks beneath fine trees.

A wide variety of shrubs with good autumn colour and a picturesque turreted doocot and a ‘Gothick’ wash house. Myriad spring bulbs include carpets of crocus following massed snowdrops and daffodils.

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The garden is divided into four main areas: lawned with wall and borders; a pond area with abundant planting and greenhouse; a productive area with raised beds, fruit cage and a converted aviary; and finally a shaded garden spot to look to Red Castle.

The garden is about abundance and cultivated plants sit side-by-side with wild flowers, giving colour and interest for as much of the year as possible.

Visits can be arranged for Tuesdays and Sundays between 10am and 6pm, or Thursdays between 2pm and 6pm. Please phone 07485 609506 in advance.

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Seeing the first skeins of geese flying overhead is a significant moment in nature’s calendar – a sure sign that autumn is upon us. This year, we’re marking this magical moment with our very first GooseFest and we hope you’ll join us.

From family activities at the visitor centre to a chance to take to the Basin on a rowing boat, there’s something for everyone.

What’s On:

• Wednesday 1 to Sunday 12 October – Pink-footed Goose Trail
• Wednesday 1 October – Feathers and Fables
• Wednesday 1 October – Ask a Ranger
• Thursday 2 October – Geese and How to Count Them
• Friday 3 October – Pink Foot Friday
• Sunday 5 October – Wild Geese Rising
• Sunday 5 October – Pink Sunset
• Monday 6 October – Goose Town Walk
• Tuesday 7 October – Ask a Ranger
• Wednesday 8 October – Awesome Geese in Autumn
• Thursday 9 October – After-hours with the Geese
• Thursday 9 October – Oars on the Water, Wings in the Sky
• Saturday 11 October – ‘Goose’ Sunset Row
• Saturday 11 October – Felting Geese
• Sunday 12 October – Pink Sunset
• Sunday 12 October – After-hours with the Geese

Please check individual event details as some will require advance booking to secure your place.

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Led by experienced instructors, this session is perfect for beginners and improvers alike. You’ll learn the basics of paddling, balance, and control before setting off on a gentle journey across the water. Along the way, we’ll pause to spot wildlife, take in the scenery, and enjoy the peace and freedom that only paddleboarding can bring.

Whether you’re looking for a new challenge, a mindful escape, or just a fun outdoor adventure, our SUP Safari is a memorable way to connect with nature and enjoy the great outdoors.

For all aged 16+. Wet Suit and Buoyancy aids are provided. Instructor led activity.

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The night of Holloween has arrived and something terrible has happened. An evil woodland demon has cast a dreadful curse, shattering the crystal pumpkin that protects the Hollow from all the ghosts, ghouls, and monsters lurking in the dark. Its glowing shards have been scattered far and wide across the woodland, and without them, the Hollow is falling into a nightmare…

But hope remains. The brave woodland mice have donned their Holloween costumes, ready to guide you through the forest with the clues you need to discover where each shard has landed.

Can you follow the trail, brave each haunted scene, and spot all 8 shards before it’s too late?

Plus – step into our enchanted pumpkin patch and select your very own pumpkin to take home (pumpkins can be purchased in advance along with your ticket).

Entry tickets include access to the Halloween trail and all the other park features including our brand new Dragontale Castle, crazy golf, giant maze, go karts, sledge run and lots more (excludes barrel train rides).

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After the viewing you will return to Dun to enjoy breakfast in the Old Library of the House, overlooking the Basin, where you can ask the Rangers questions and enjoy a poetry reading of Violet Jacobs poem Wild Geese.

This event is subject to weather, if it looks to be adverse and the event is cancelled you will receive a email and a refund. Please dress warmly.

Not suitable for under 12 years of age.

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Experience the thrill of kayaking, try your balance on a paddleboard, set sail in a dinghy and learn bushcraft skills. This camp is suitable for children and young people with and without disabilities so everyone can be active together.

Meet at the Information Centre, bring a snack and plenty fluids. Please wear appropriate clothing for the activities. Wetsuits, buoyancy aids, helmets etc. will be provided. Bring spare clothes, a towel and closed toe shoes for all activities.

Age: 8 – 15 Years.

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Come with us to discover the amazing ways in which these animals have adapted to survive. The stars will guide us through our night time walk so lets hope the clouds will clear! The walk will begin at Crombie Country Park car park and take us on a loop through the woods.

Age: 5+ (under 16 to be accompanied).

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We have some incredible sheep characters on the farm all wanting to have cuddles, from this years bottle fed babes to our original Emily and Jock who have made our life on the farm and our farm experiences extra special for the past 8 years.

Drinks and snacks will be available to buy in The Cart Shed.

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Come with us to discover the amazing ways in which these animals have adapted to survive. The stars will guide us through our night time walk so lets hope the clouds will clear! The walk will begin at Crombie Country Park car park and take us on a loop through the woods.

Age: 5+ (under 16 to be accompanied).

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