Christmas at the Botanics

Now in its fourth year, surround yourself with sparkle as the after dark trail lights up for 2020. You’ll find new moments to share with friends and family – brand new bright lights for winter nights. You can book with confidence for Christmas at…

Christmas at the Botanics Opens

The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh lit to spectacular effect by new light trail. Christmas at the Botanics opens today [Friday 23rd November] at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, unveiling a series of spectacular light installations inspired by…

Festive holly conservation moves at the Botanics

In true festive spirit, horticulturists at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (RBGE) are tending to their holly this December – if not quite decking the halls. Four large and exotic specimens are on the move. Until recently part of utilitarian…

Press releases 2018 - 2nd half

December 2018 Changing climate calls the tune for Scotland’s leading Garden 24 December 2018 Trustees sought for world-leading botanic garden 6 December 2018   November 2018 Royal Botanic Gardens delivers very special gift 30 November…

Royal Botanic Gardens delivers very special gift

Christmas has come early for students and staff at Heriot-Watt University - in the form of a conservation gift including Scotland’s rarest tree.The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (RBGE) has donated 21 trees of eight species including the rare…

Travel Trade

Groups are welcome at all four of our Gardens with reduced entry prices, options for catering – including afternoon teas - and guided tours on offer. Details on opening times, group rates and further contact details can be found for each of the…

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