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ARTS, CULTURE & TOURISM
BRODICK CASTLE
& COUNTRY PARK
01770 302202
Brodick Castle, Brodick
Isle of Arran, KA27 8HY
BRODICK CASTLE,
GARDEN
& COUNTRY PARK
Located on the scenic isle of
Arran, you’ll find the historic
Brodick Castle. Its history
can be traced all the way
back to the vikings, and today
many relics, fine paintings
and pieces of furniture
can still be found within
its walls. The enlargement
and transformation of the
property took place in 1843,
when the 10th Duke’s son
was married to Princess
Marie. The castle then saw
its collection inherited from
William Beckford, consisting
of a variety of fine porcelain,
silver and jewellery. Fronted
by the sea, surrounded by
hills and overlooked by the
magnificent
mountain
of
Goatfell, the castle’s gardens
are equally worth a visit.
During the spring, the garden’s
internationally-acclaimed
collection of rhododendrons
bloom in a colourful rainbow,
and the wildflower meadows
surrounding the castle house
new-born Highland cows.
You’ll find woodland trails and
tumbling waterfalls to intrigue
adventurous children, but
the walled garden - built in
1710 - is equally exciting with
formal landscaping. The castle
hosts a range of events and
activities throughout the year,
so find out what’s on next time
you plan a visit to Brodick.
