Ecclesgreig Castle

Ecclesgreig Castle near Montrose in Aberdeenshire represents Victorian Gothic architecture layered upon a 16th-century core, currently undergoing restoration. Located five miles north of Montrose along the A92, the estate showcases distinctive Italian balustraded gardens featuring a 140-foot herbaceous border, classical statuary, and meticulously shaped topiary with panoramic sea views across St Cyrus. The snowdrop walk meanders through woodland paths and around the pond, creating a seasonal attraction during spring months. While the castle itself is undergoing restoration work, the well-maintained gardens remain open to visitors, offering horticultural beauty and peaceful woodland exploration in this coastal Scottish setting.