Balnagowan, Kildary, Scotland

This site is NOT open to public.

Brief description of site

The parkland, woodland and gardens at Balnagown Castle had a long historical association with the Clan Ross. The structure of a mid-19th-century terraced Italian garden survives and there is an unusual early-19th-century semi-circular walled garden, which is still fully productive. Late-20th-century ornamental gardens have been developed near the restored house.

Brief history of site

Balnagowan was built as a defensive stronghold in the 14th century. The lairds of Ross laid out the landscape around the castle in the late-17th century. The grounds were completely cleared and redesigned in the mid-19th century in the Picturesque style.
The estate stayed in the hands of the Ross family until 1972 when the new owner launched a restoration programme. Luxury self-catering cottages are now available on the estate.

Location information:

OS Landranger Map Sheet Number:	21	Grid Ref:	NH763752
Latitude:	57.74941	Longitude:	-4.08004

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