Sunday 19 October 2025

Burgie House was built in the mid 19th Century but was added onto in 1910 by the Thomson’s who bought it two years previously.

The Estate consisted of several thousands of acres but now consists of just over 1000 acres

The Arboretum was started in the 70’s; but due to several factors was not progressed until 2008.

The Arboretum has been split into zones and it is the intention to try and produce colour all through the year as opposed to just Spring and Autumn. Work is in progress but with limited resources and labour, progress is slow.

A great opportunity to see a sizable woodland garden and arboretum in its infancy, with a good collection of Rhododendrons, Sorbus, Alder, Birch and Tilia as well as a variety of more unusual trees from around the world.

The 12 different zones based on geographic areas and species type; these zones include a Japanese garden, bog garden, bog wood, loch and the quarry garden.

Most of the plants are grown from seed collected by the owner, Mr Hamish Lochore.

The group will be guided around the arboretum by Mr Lochore.

Cost: Free

Donation Box: Suggested £5 donation 

Venue: Burgie, near Forres IV36 2QU