malleny garden, balerno, midlothian
A well kept secret is just six miles from Edinburgh, this three acre garden is a haven of peace and tranquillity, if you have a couple hours to spare.
Malleny Garden is renowned for its flamboyant plantings of old fashioned roses (for which Malleny holds a prestigious NCCPG award) and herbaceous perennials arranged with an eye for pleasing colour combinations. The walled garden is dominated by four magnificent clipped yew trees dating from the 17th century.
You can also walk around the vegetable and herb garden, the Victorian greenhouse, and the surrounding area of woodland which adds to the aura of shelter and seclusion.
Address: Balerno, Edinburgh, EH14 7AF
Telephone: +44 (0) 1314 492283.
Opening times: Open daily from 10:00 - 18:00
Cost: Entrance £2, free to National Trust Members
For further information: visit the website www.nts.org.uk
