Port Logan Caravan Site at Muldaddie Port Logan


	GARDENS
	The South Rhins of Galloway enjoy a maritime, largely frost free climate, and because of this, we're fortunate to have some of the finest gardens in Scotland on our doorstep, growing tender and exotic plants not usually found this far north. Approximate distance to each garden from Port Logan is shown in brackets. Tip! Scotland's Gardens Scheme gives you access to private gardens created by passionate individuals who open their gardens to the public for us to enjoy, at the same time raising money for good causes. There are two participating gardens a short drive from Port Logan. Opening times and contact details are on the Scheme website under Wigtownshire. scotlandsgardens.org/south-west-scotland
	Logan Botanic Garden (2 miles) Port Logan, Nr Stranraer, Dumfries & Galloway, DG9 9ND \| 01776 860231 rbge.org.uk/visit/logan-botanic-garden If you only visit one garden when visiting the South Rhins of Galloway, it should be Logan Botanic Garden. A regional outpost of the Royal Botanic Garden in Edinburgh, the plants on display have to be seen to be believed. The gardens showcase rare and tender plants from the Southern Hemisphere and Mediterranean, which have thrived in the temperate climate of Port Logan. There is something to see at all times of the year. In spring the rhododendrons, magnolias and camellias dazzle, in summer, swathes of agapanthus, species fuchsias and gladiolus cardinalis sparkle, and in the autumn, the 'other worldly' gunnera is at it's most majestic. There is a super cafe, gift shop and plant sales. Open daily from March until the mid Novenber Concessions for children and pensioners Also open on Sundays in February for the snowdrops (highly recommended as admission is free!).		Logan Botanic Garden

	Logan House Gardens (3 miles) Port Logan, DG9 9ND \| 07775625237 loganhousegarden.co.uk Adjacent to the Logan Botanic Gardens, these beautiful gardens boast a breathtaking avenue of our favourite tree, Araucaria Araucana, otherwise known as the monkey puzzle tree. This alone makes a regular visit mandatory for us! But Logan House has other attractions including a staggering 21 'champion trees', and a spring rhododendron display to rival all others. With rolling lawns and tranquil woods, this is a perfect garden to loose yourself in for an afternoon and make believe it is yours! Open daily from March until the end of September. Admission - you'll need change as payment is by a coin meter.		Logan House Gardens

	Glenwhan Gardens (13 miles) Dunragit, by Stranraer DG9 8PH \| 07768002288 glenwhangardens.co.uk 12 acres of heaven on earth! It's hard to believe that 30 years ago there was just wild moorland and a couple of bogs! We were lucky enough to visit this garden soon after it opened and have been regular visitors ever since and have watched this garden grow into something very special. It has everything: rare trees, tender and exotic shrubs, sculpture, glorious ponds, imaginative planting with year round interest, and miles of winding paths to explore with plenty of benches provided to sit and enjoy it all. Our favourite spot has to be the bench at the highest point in the garden where you can sit and take in the view across the ponds and gardens. On a clear day you can make out Muldaddie Hill across Luce Bay! Plus there's a splendid cafe with home made cakes and delicious lunches, and plant sales. Open daily! The cafe closes at the end of September but the gardens remain open with an honesty box. Dogs welcome on a lead.		Glenwhan Gardens

	Castle Kennedy Gardens (16 miles) Castle Kennedy, Stranraer, DG9 8SL \| 01776 702024 castlekennedygardens.com/the-gardens No visit to Scotland is complete until you've visited a romantic ruin, and Castle Kennedy Gardens ticks all the boxes in this respect! These grand and historic gardens were originally laid out in the early eighteenth century around the already ruined Castle Kennedy by the 2nd Earl of Stair, and were added to one hundred years later by the 10th Earl who built Lochinch Castle and its gardens at the other end. Comprising 75 acres, so you need a full day to explore; the gardens are internationally famous for their species rhododendrons, including many of Sir Joseph Hooker's original introductions from his Himalayan expedition. There are many examples of UK, Scottish and Regional champion trees, and spectacular summer and autumn displays of flowering perennials in the herbaceous walled gardens. There is a cafe and a gift shop and the estate hosts a wide variety of activities throughout the year including guided walks, ranger lead activities and an open air theatre. To check what is happening during your visit, visit their website. Dogs welcome on a lead. Open daily from March to November		Castle Kennedy Gardens