The hidden gem garden on the outskirts of Glasgow that is 'peaceful urban oasis'
Greenbank Garden is a 2.5-acre walled garden in East Renfrewshire that dates back to the 18th century. Situated on the edge of the suburban town of Clarkston, it is around just 10 miles from the centre of Scotland's biggest city.
Greenbank Garden surrounds Greenbank House, which is a Category A listed building. Open to the public, the garden is owned and operated by the National Trust for Scotland.
The walled garden was constructed at the same time as Greenbank House, with both bordered by tall beeches. Following the American Wars of Independence, its owner Robert Allason went bankrupt and lost the estate.
Today, according to the National Trust for Scotland, the aim of Greenbank Garden is to inspire visitors to grow a wide selection of plants and flowers in their own gardens. In total, there are said to be around 3,600 plants that call Greenbank home.
The National Trust for Scotland website states: "For gardening inspiration, Greenbank Garden is unbeatable. This surprising oasis of tranquillity and beauty is set less than a mile from Glasgow's bustling Southside suburbs.
"It's also an impressive celebration of West Coast domestic gardening, featuring more than 3,600 named species of plants."
The NTS also describes Greenbank Garden as "a peaceful urban oasis that delights the senses". The garden even features a café, where you can enjoy a light lunch or a sweet treat after admiring the plants.
See below for some photos of some of Greenbank Garden's standout features. More information can be found on the National Trust for Scotland website.
Meanwhile, anybody still after some travel inspiration can find a selection of some of the Daily Record's recent Walks of the Week:
The stunning Scottish coastal walk near 'best fish and chips in the UK'
The Edinburgh hidden gem garden perfect to escape the chaos of the Fringe Festival
The Scottish beach just outside of Edinburgh named 'best in the country'
The Scottish island walk that was named country's 'best hike' by experts
The Scottish beach walk that ends at award winning fish and chips
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