Dawyck Botanic Garden is a renowned arboretum in a Scottish Borders glen, where trees and shrubs from around the world thrive in a continental climate. The garden is especially noted for seasonal displays, conifer interest, and a strong collection that includes giant sequoias.
Visit information
- Access
- Open to public
- Last verified
- 01 May 2026 · 1 source
- Access note
- Free entry for members. Reduced group rates are available for parties of 11 or more.
- Opening times
- Open daily from 1 February to 30 November. March to October: 10am to 5pm, last entry 4.15pm. February and November: 10am to 4pm, last entry 3.15pm.
- Official site
- rbge.org.uk/visit/dawyck-botanic-garden
Redwood species here
Native to the Sierra Nevada mountains of California, giant sequoias were introduced to Britain in the 1850s during the Victorian plant-collecting era. They are the world's most massive trees by volume and have thrived in the UK's mild, wet climate, often growing faster than in parts of their native range. Many Victorian-era plantings now rival mature specimens in California.
Among the finest specimens in Scotland; exceptional height in sheltered valley.
Including champion-sized trees
About this place
About Dawyck Botanic Garden
Dawyck Botanic Garden is located in Stobo, Scottish Borders, Scotland.
Species Present
Giant Sequoia (Sequoiadendron giganteum)
Native to the Sierra Nevada mountains of California, giant sequoias were introduced to Britain in the 1850s during the Victorian plant-collecting era. They are the world's most massive trees by volume and have thrived in the UK's mild, wet climate, often growing faster than in their native range. Many Victorian-era plantings now rival mature specimens in California.
Access
This location appears to be publicly accessible. Please check locally for current opening times and any admission charges.
Data sourced from Redwood World (redwoodworld.co.uk) and enriched by Redwood Finder.
Information
Sources
- Dawyck Botanic Garden — Royal Botanic Garden Edinburghofficialrbge.org.uk