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Edzell Castle, under the care of Historic Scotland, is an impressive ruin with one of the most attractive walled gardens in Scotland. The original wooden structure was built by the Abbott family around 1100. The property passed to the Stirlings of Glenesk, then by marriage to the Lindsays in 1358. It remained in the ownership of the Lindsays until 1715 and they developed the castle to what it is today.
The walled garden was designed by Sir David Lindsay in the late 16th century. The most striking feature of the garden is the highly decorated garden wall. This unique design has diagonally arranged compartments for flower boxes and spaces for birds to nest. It is resplendent with stone relief of heraldic sculptures, planet deities and carved panels. A two-storey summerhouse in one corner of the garden is largely intact and contains the best-preserved room in the castle, with a stunning oak panel on the wall.
Wedding ceremonies can be held either in the summerhouse, or outside in the beautiful surroundings of the walled garden.
More information at www.historic-scotland.gov.uk