Description:
Ecclesgreig Castle, Victorian gothick on a 16th-century core, is undergoing restoration. The castle is thought to be an inspiration for Bram Stoker’s Dracula. The snowdrop walk, with a variety of snowdrops, starts at the castle, meanders around the estate, along woodland paths and the pond, ending at the garden. In the Italian balustraded gardens, there is a 140-foot-long herbaceous border, classical statues and stunning shaped topiary with views across St Cyrus to the sea. Started from a derelict site, development continues. Also to be found in the grounds is the ancient well of St Cyrus.
Directions: Ecclesgreig will be signposted from the A92 Coast Road and from the A937 Montrose/Laurencekirk Road.
