Kailzie Gardens

Scottish Borders | Peebles | Garden | ★★★

[Kailzie Gardens]

This attractive garden is one of the most colourful in the Scottish Borders, and makes an excellent way to spend a few hours near Peebles - or even a full day if you take advantage of all the attractions on offer. The centrepiece to Kailzie is an extensive walled garden, divided into several areas including a rose garden, kitchen garden, greenhouses and open lawns. Outwith the walls there are woodland walks, a fishing pond with views towards the Moorfoot Hills, a putting green and a nature centre where local ospreys can be viewed during summer via a camera link.

[Kailzie Gardens]

Location & info

📌 Kailzie Gardens ★★★
Off the B7062 2 mi southeast of Peebles, G.R.: NT 280385 ///thrillers.fine.after
Open daily (best in late spring and summer) | £5.50 adult / £1 child from May to October; lower price outwith these dates



[Kailzie Gardens]

[Kailzie Gardens]

[Kailzie Gardens]

[Kailzie Gardens]

[Kailzie Gardens]

[Kailzie Gardens]

[Kailzie Gardens]

[Kailzie Gardens]

[Kailzie Gardens]

[Kailzie Gardens]

[Kailzie Gardens]

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[Kailzie Gardens]

[Kailzie Gardens]

[Kailzie Gardens]

[Kailzie Gardens]

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[Kailzie Gardens]

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