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Culzean Castle & Country Park
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Castle Mystery Trail
Wed 1 July 2009 - Mon 31 August 2009
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Join in the Mystery Trail around historic Culzean Castle! Will you solve the clues and come up trumps? More>
Pick up your entry form at the Castle and follow the clues, answer the questions and return your completed form to be entered into the Prize Draw, which will be held at the end of August 2009.
Dates:
Wednesday 1 July 2009 - Monday 31 August 2009
Times:
10.30am until 4.00pm
Contact:
0844 493 2148
Booking:
Not Required
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Children's Tour of the Castle
Wed 1 July 2009 - Mon 31 August 2009
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A fascinating guided tour around historic Culzean Castle, for old and young alike. More>
The perfect way to learn about the castle for 6 to 11-year-olds.
The tour takes place every Wednesday during July and August, and a great way for kids to find out about the castle.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Meet at the Castle Front Desk.
Dates:
Wednesday 1 July 2009 - Monday 31 August 2009
Times:
2.30pm until 3.30pm
Contact:
0844 493 2149
Booking:
Not Required
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Bats Galore!
Sat 4 July 2009
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A fascinating look into the nocturnal activity of bats. More>
A ranger-led evening walk.
Places are limited so bookings will be taken only on the day by contacting the Visitor Centre, after 9.00am - please call 0844 493 2149.
Please note that the walk will go ahead pending suitable weather conditions.
Dates:
Saturday 4 July 2009
Times:
9.30pm until 11.00pm
Contact:
0844 493 2148 or 01655 884400
Booking:
Required !
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Food From The Forest
Sun 5 July 2009
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Get foraging at Culzean! Find wild ingredients and then learn how to cook them when you get back. More>
One of the property's expert rangers will show you what can be found to eat in the forest, and then how to make a meal of them!
Meet at the Visitor Centre.
Dates:
Sunday 5 July 2009
Times:
2.00pm until 3.30pm
Contact:
0844 493 2148
Booking:
Not Required.
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Pebbles on the Beach
Tue 7 July 2009
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A shorleine ramble along the coast surrounding Culzean Castle & Country Park. More>
This walk will be led by one of the Trust's expert rangers.
Dates:
Tuesday 7 July 2009
Times:
2.00pm until 3.30pm
Contact:
0844 493 2148
Booking:
Not Required.
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Half Day Hike
Wed 8 July 2009
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Get your walking boots on for this extensive tour of the terrain surrounding Culzean. More>
This is the walk that reaches the places that others can't!
Be sure to bring a pack lunch.
Meet at the Swan Pond Car Park.
Dates:
Wednesday 8 July 2009
Times:
11.30am until 3.30pm
Contact:
0844 493 2149
Booking:
Not required.
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The Night Hunters
Thu 9 July 2009
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Experience the nocturnal sights and sounds around Culzean with this ranger-led wildlife walk. More>
Places are limited so bookings will only be taken on the day by contacting the Visitor Centre, after 9.00am, on 0844 493 2148.
Meet at the Visitor Centre.
Dates:
Thursday 9 July 2009
Times:
10.30pm until 12.00am midnight
Contact:
0844 493 2148
Booking:
Required
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Acorn Craft Fair
Sat 11 July 2009 - Sun 12 July 2009
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A fantastic range of craft items will be available for sale as part of this fair, all made by the Acord Craft Organisation. More>
The sale will take place at the Stone Barn at the Visitor Centre.
Dates:
Saturday 11 July 2009 - Sunday 12 July 2009
Times:
11.00am until 5.00pm
Contact:
0844 493 2148
Booking:
Not Required
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The Seven O'Clock Walk
Wed 15 July 2009
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Follow this fascinating ranger-led walk, which 'Tracks the Past' of the grounds of Culzean Castle. More>
Meet at Kennelmount.
Dates:
Wednesday 15 July 2009
Times:
7.00pm until 8.30pm
Contact:
0844 493 2148
Booking:
Not Required.
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Half Day Hike
Thu 16 July 2009
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Get your walking boots on for this extensive tour of the terrain surrounding Culzean More>
This is the walk that reaches the places that others can't!
Be sure to bring a pack lunch.
Meet at the Swan Pond Car Park.
Dates:
Thursday 16 July 2009
Times:
11.30am until 3.30pm
Contact:
0844 493 2149
Booking:
Not Required.
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Explore Culzean's Caves
Sat 18 July 2009
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This is a unique opportunity to see the cave system which runs underneath Culzean, which is normally closed to the public. More>
Culzean's Caves are a scheduled ancient monument, and are very rarely accessible to the public. One of the property's knowledgable rangers will lead this rare expedition.
Places are limited so bookings will only be taken on the day by contacting the Visitor Centre, after 9.00am, on 0844 493 2149.
Meet at the Visitor Centre.
Dates:
Saturday 18 July 2009
Times:
2.00pm unil 3.30pm
Contact:
0844 493 2149
Booking:
Booking essential.
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Band Call
Sun 19 July 2009
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Enjoy an afternoon in the spectacular gardens of Culzean with accompaniment from Newmilns and Galston Brass Band. More>
This event will take place in teh Fountain Court, weather permitting.
Dates:
Sunday 19 July 2009
Times:
2.30pm until 4.30pm
Contact:
0844 493 2148
Booking:
Not Required.
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Shoreline Ramble
Sun 19 July 2009
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Discover the coastline around Culzean with this fascinating walk led by one of the property's knowledgable rangers. More>
Meet at the Visitor Centre - and wear your wellies!
Dates:
Sunday 19 July 2009
Times:
2.00pm until 3.30pm
Contact:
0844 493 2148
Booking:
Not Required.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Day
Tue 21 July 2009
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Enjoy a walk looking at the historic gardens at Culzean. More>
Led by our expert gardening staff, the walk will take in the walled garden including the extensive glasshouses, Fountain Court and picturesque landscape in between. The walk will last between 1.5 to 2 hours.
Dates:
Tuesday 21 July 2009
Times:
2pm to 3.30pm
Contact:
0844 493 2148
Booking:
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Scotland's Garden Scheme
Tue 21 July 2009
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Culzean's Garden Staff will conduct a tour of the gardens for enthusiasts, in aid of Scotland's Gardens Scheme. More>
The walk will begin at the Walled Garden Car Park.
Dates:
Tuesday 21 July 2009
Times:
2.00pm until 3.30pm
Contact:
0844 493 2148
Booking:
Not Required.
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The Seven O'Clock Walk
Wed 22 July 2009
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Shoreline Ramble More>
Meet at the Swan Pond Car Park - and wear your wellies!
Dates:
Wednesday 22 July 2009
Times:
7.00pm until 8.30pm
Contact:
0844 493 2148
Booking:
Not Required.
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Talking Trees
Thu 23 July 2009
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Forester Led Walk More>
Join our Head Forester, Ian Cornelius, for an informative walk in Culzean's woodlands.
Meet at the Walled Garden Car Park.
Dates:
Thursday 23 July 2009
Times:
2.00pm until 3.30pm
Contact:
0844 493 2148
Booking:
Not Required.
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Archaeology Event
Sun 26 July 2009
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Ancient Skills Brought To Life More>
Come along and try your hand at pot making, quern grinding, weaving, fire-making and lots more! There will be activities and demonstrations for the whole family to enjoy.
At the Visitor Centre.
Dates:
Sunday 26 July 2009
Times:
10.30am until 4.00pm
Contact:
0844 493 2148
Booking:
Not Required.
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Food From The Forest
Tue 28 July 2009
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Ranger Led Walk More>
Find your ingredients, then come back for a cook-up!
Meet at the Visitor Centre.
Dates:
Tuesday 28 July 2009
Times:
2.00pm until 3.30pm
Contact:
0844 493 2148
Booking:
Not Required.
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The Night Hunters
Wed 29 July 2009
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Experience the nocturnal sights and sounds of Culzean with this fascinating ranger-led walk. More>
The wildlife of Culzean acan be seen and heard during this nightime tour of Culzean Castle and Country Park.
Places are limited, so bookings will only be accepted on the day, by contacting the Visitor Centre, after 9.00am on 0844 493 2149.
Meet at the Visitor Centre at 10.30pm.
Dates:
Wednesday 29 July 2009
Times:
10.30pm until 12.00am midnight
Contact:
0844 493 2149
Booking:
Required.
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The Half-Day Hike
Thu 30 July 2009
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Get your walking boots on for this extensive tour of the terrain surrounding Culzean. More>
This is the walk that reaches the places that others can't!
Be sure to bring a pack lunch.
Meet at the Swan Pond Car Park.
Dates:
Thursday 30 July 2009
Times:
11.30am until 3.30pm
Contact:
0844 493 2148
Booking:
Not Required.
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Explore Culzean's Caves
Sat 15 August 2009
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Ranger Led Walk More>
Culzean's Caves are a scheduled ancient monument, normally closed to the public.
Places are limited so bookings will only be accepted on the day, after 9.00am , by contacting the Visitor Centre on 01655 884400.
Meet at the Visitor Centre.
Dates:
Saturday 15 August 2009
Times:
2.00pm until 3.30pm
Contact:
0844 493 2148 or 01655 884400
Booking:
Essential !
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Romeo and Juliet
Thu 27 August 2009
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Don't miss the chance to see Shakespeare's timeless tale performed in the spectacular surroundings of Culzean Castle by the Chapterhouse Theatre Company. More>
Romeo and Juliet, Shakespeare's romantic tale of star-crossed lovers, the greatest love story ever told, unfolds against the stunning backdrop of Culzean Castle on Thursday 27 August 2009, with the performance staring at 7.30pm.
A large cast, magnificent costumes and an enchanting musical score promise to make this one of the most memorable evenings of the summer. Picnic with family and friends in the magical surroundings of beautiful gardens and enjoy an evening of love, music and beauty.
Dates:
Thursday 27 August 2009
Times:
Gates open 6.30pm, performance starts at 7.30pm
Contact:
0844 493 2149
Booking:
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- Five stars for Culzean
The National Trust for Scotland’s Culzean Castle and Country Park is celebrating success as a top-quality visitor attraction today. more>
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- Take to the hills with the Trust
Conservation charity the National Trust for Scotland is encouraging Scotland to take to the hills this summer, with a brand new walking section on www.nts.org.uk. more>
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