Dawyck Botanic Garden
Dawyck Botanic Garden is a garden, park & outdoor in Scottish Borders, Scotland. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.
| Price | Adult £8 · Child £0 · Family £16 Discover Scottish Gardens: adult £8, concession £7, under-16s free. Open daily 10-5; closed December and January. Stobo, near Peebles (Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh). |
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| Best time to go | Dry days; autumn colour. |
| School holiday tip | Late August is the sweet spot for English/Welsh visitors: Scottish schools are back by mid-August while England/Wales are still on holiday. Early July is the Scottish local peak, so go midweek. |
| Best ages | All ages |
| If it rains | Outdoor: pick dry days |
| Parking | Large car park plus coach and minibus spaces. (Not stated) |
| Food | Café and shop. |
| Money saver | Free or low-cost; parking is the main cost; take a picnic. |
| Top tips | Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh's woodland garden near Peebles. |
| What to pack | Wellies, waterproofs, picnic, bug spray, sun cream |
Partly checked on 23 Oct 2026. Confirm prices and times on the venue's website. Venue website or source
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