South Scotland MSP Sharon Dowey visits Culzean Castle

The grounds feature conifers and beech, expansive sandy coastline with caves, a Swan Pond, formal gardens, and glasshouses filled with fruit.

The 18th-century Robert Adam-designed castle, filled with historical treasures, sits atop the cliffs of South Ayrshire.

(Image: Sharon Dowey MSP) Sharon Dowey toured the park with head gardener Iain Govan, Ann Steele from the National Trust for Scotland, and Rachael Cooper-Bohannon, Scotland Coordinator at Amphibian and Reptile Conservation.

She said: “It was great to be back at Culzean Castle & Country Park.

“Walking the grounds again, surrounded by the history and stunning coastal views, reminded me of just how special this place is.

(Image: Sharon Dowey MSP) “Touring the estate, I was especially impressed to hear about the ongoing conservation work, from protecting local wildlife to preserving the historic buildings and landscapes.

“It is inspiring to see such care and dedication going into maintaining this incredible site for future generations.”

(Image: Sharon Dowey MSP) Culzean offers a family day out with activities such as woodland walks and castle tours.

For further information on events, visit the National Trust for Scotland’s website at https://www.nts.org.uk/visit/places/culzean.