greenbank gardens

euanjpg

I regularly come here for a walk and it's always beautiful, whether you are actually in the gardens or walking round the outside of the walls it's beautifully kept. I definitely recommend walking here at anytime of they year.

ece69

These gardens are around five miles from the centre of Glasgow and are well worth a visit. There are a number of sub-gardens divided by hedges and shrubs. Each sub-garden is quite different from its neighbours and some contain sculptures.I thought that it was nice that they some toys in the central garden.There is a small cafe that serves expensive food and drinks. I find that this is the case with all UK National Trust. There's also a small shop selling NTS branded goods as well as a very good range of plants.The staff were very friendly and helpful. I'd definitely visit again to catch the gardens during other seasons. I imagine that Springtime there must be a really pleasant and memorable experience.

granPaisley

It had been several years since my family and I had last visited here and on that occasion we had been very disappointed. After this visit however we will not leave it so long. The grounds were well tended, the enormous trees in the Woodland Walk were spectacular, the hedges were immaculate and the Walled Garden's variety of flowers and the 1938 Glasgow Empire Exhibition's "Foam" Sculpture and its fountain impressive. We enjoyed these areas so much so that our 2 hour amble through the grounds left us no time to go into the house. A delightful visit.

MikeB487

this is a very unusual garden, with high hedges creating around 8 -10 subgardens in the grounds of yet anotther lovely house, Georgian this time. The divided gardens offer kitchen gardens, sculptures, succulants and some spectacular rare plants. a real surprise, and lots of little hideaway spots for peace and contemplation

EUReviewer

These gardens are really nice. We visited on a day when the house is closed but it was worth seeing just the gardens. Would be good to return at another time of year to see it in a different season.

195angelat

A NTS property which is fabulous. Gardens are meticulous, laid out wonderfully and the best part.... All the plants/trees are labeled, so if you see something you like you know what to buy! Full of great inspirational ideas for my own garden. A cute tea room and even a woodland walk for the dogs, though they're not allowed in the walled gardens. A great day out.

755ronaldg

This NTS Property is a delight to visit at any season of the year, although perhaps most spectacular in the spring when hundreds of varieties of daffodils and narcissi are in bloom. The Garden is lovingly maintained by the staff and one is always made most welcome. Excellent refreshments can be obtained in the shop.

SallyM605

I really enjoyed the layout of the walled garden. It is separated into different areas by hedges or walls making peaceful outdoor rooms. Loads of seats where you can sit in the sun or shade as you wish.The planting is such that there will be interesting areas all year round.The toilet facilities and shop are good .The cafe was a bit limited at this time of year but a picnic in a lovely sheltered spot is perfect.

rextonsmith

Follow the signposts carefully from Clarkston Toll. This garden has been lovingly restored by a dedicated team of National trust gardeners. With over 3,000 plants, woodland walks and a lovelyfountain this is a pleasant afternoon visit. Spring is especially nice as they have over 350 varietiesof daffodils growing around. There is usually a helpful gardener on hand to answer questions.For those more dedicated there is a group called 'friends of greenbank' and they have been verysuccessful e.g. they donated funds to build the new glass houses at the bottom of the garden.Unfortuneately your visit cannot be completed with a bowl of soup and tasty sandwich as the charming rustic tea-room is limited to hot/cold beverages and a selection of home made cakes.

Headsnook

Nice short woodland walk with wooden sculptures along the trail. Basic homely beverage & food offering with friendly staff. The gardens are lovely. On our first visit we went to see "A midsummer nights dream" in the evening, set in the gardens - it was a fantastic setting. Ideal or a picnic on the house lawn with a beautiful enclosed garden which would be fascinating or keen gardener s & a great place for hide & seek for younger family members! We went back he following weekend & spent a happy afternoon playing & hiding from each other in the garden - don't know who enjoyed it more the kids or us! Well worth a visit, it's a hidden gem! It's a NTS property so if you aren't a member you'll need to pay an entry fee.

sexyjackiex

I live literally 5 minutes from Greenbank gardens but had never thought to pay a visit.Im glad i didWalking round the beautifull grounds with lovely flower displays and the smell of the flowers was so nice to see,with water features i felt i was in a fairytale book .As always the staff from the National Trust were very friendly and it was only £5 for my elderly aunty and as im her carer i was admitted for free.Would deff return

liznisbet

Spent a lovely time visiting the gardens one afternoon. The gardens have different themes, my favourite was the summer garden which was buzzing with the sound of bees and wasps among the beautiful array of summer flowers. There is a tea room with outdoor seating but you can bring along a picnic as there are benches within the garden.

Emteq

I enjoy visiting this garden throughout the year; 45 mins is enough to see it all. The garden is a on a gentle southerly slope surrounded by trees, so plants are quite early so bear that in mind when timing your visit.Unlike many West Scotland gardens, there's hardly any rhododendrons etc, this is much more like an English garden of yew hedges making outdoor 'rooms' with perennial planting and shrubs each in a different style and a long avenue up to the 'big house' with manicured lawn. There's also a lovely informal pond with paved surround and the statue 'Foam' in another more formal pond. There's a greenhouse for more exotic plants.I find that on weekday mid afternoon it's very popular with mums, so be prepared for lots of small children running about then. The garden opens until dusk, and after 4:30pm it's peaceful again.As with all NTS properties, it's expensive (£6.50) if you're not a member. There's also a tearoom and plant sales but IMHO these are always 'bought in' so don't appeal as much as plants from the garden.

scotsjimbo

Despite being signed off the old A77 through Newton Mearns, don't be fooled by thinking it's "just round the corner". Still a fair old way up hill and down dale by car before you reach your destination. Worth the trek though, although be sure to wear "sensible" shoes as the ground is susceptible to the wet climate of the area, 75% of paths being grassed, not slabbed. The cafe ordering desk doubles as the admission desk so can have a long slow moving queues at busy spells. The old house is only open on Sunday afternoons. NB - very limited disabled parking.

Abraxus777

A lovely quiet and peaceful gardens surrounded by woodland.A great place to go for a quiet walk or even to read a book on a nice warm day.Well worth a visit.