Megginch Castle, Errol, Scotland
Record Id: 2249
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Brief description of site
Megginch Castle has some early-18th-century plantings in the parkland, as well as 18th- and 19th-century avenues. There is a 19th-century woodland garden and terrace garden. The walled garden, parts of which date from the late-16th century, has ornamental and productive plantings.
Brief history of site
A garden is known to have existed in the 16th century. Further planting took place in the mid-18th century. By the early-19th century the designed landscape had been laid out and by 1830 the Terrace Garden had been planted.
Location information:
Address: Megginch Castle, Errol, Perthshire, PH2 7SW
Locality: Errol
Local Authorities:
Perth & Kinross
Historical County: Perthshire
| OS Landranger Map Sheet Number: | 53 | Grid Ref: | NO 242246 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Latitude: | 56.40753 | Longitude: | -3.229926 |
Key information:
Form of site: country estate
Purpose of site: Ornamental
Context or principal building: house
Main period of development: Early 19th century
Survival: Extant
Site Size (Hectares): 162
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