Branklyn Garden
22 minute walk from Perth station · Stirling, Central and Fife
Branklyn Garden is a peaceful public garden situated on a two-acre hillside in the Kinnoull area of Perth. Now a National Trust for Scotland site, it sits beautifully in the western foothills of Kinnoull Hill.
Established in 1922 by John and Dorothy Renton, the garden was created to showcase rare and unusual plants from across the globe. It features over 3,500 species, including seeds originally collected by famous figures like George Forrest and Frank Ludlow.
Visitors can explore a world-renowned collection that includes national collections of Meconopsis and Cassiope. It is a must-visit destination for those who appreciate diverse flowers and a rich botanical history.
Visitor information
- Place type
- Garden
- Good for
- Gardens
- Characteristics
- Designed landscape, Hilltop, Nationally significant
- Admission
- Paid admission
- Region
- Stirling, Central and Fife
Stations within walking distance
- Perth station — 22 min walk, 1.8 km
Other places near Perth
- St Leonards in the Fields & Trinity — 5 min walk from the station
- AK Bell Library — 7 min walk from the station
- Kinnoull Hill and Tower, Perth — 9 min walk from the station
- Perth City walk — 9 min walk from the station
- Perth North Church — 11 min walk from the station
- Perth Leisure Pool — 12 min walk from the station