A Welcoming Place

Welcome to the Barnhill Rock Garden, a beautiful public park spanning more than two hectares and maintained by Dundee City Council with dedicated support from the Friends of the Barnhill Rock Garden.

Established in 1955 on a former golf course, the Garden showcases stunning rock formations, including those from Carmylie Quarry, and features tranquil water elements added in the 1980s.

This award-winning garden, the first in Dundee to receive the Green Flag Award in 2007, is a haven for wildlife and a must-visit spot on the Visit Scotland tourist trail.

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Friends

The Friends of Barnhill Rock Garden is a charitable organisation that supports the garden by collaborating with Dundee City Council on its upkeep.

They provide financial assistance for seeds, bulbs, and plants, and also help with gardening tasks, maintaining borders that would otherwise be neglected. While active involvement in gardening is welcomed, it is not a requirement for membership.

Useful Information

  • Parking

    Parking is available off road next to the garden on one side of the road and in two small parking areas.

  • Access

    Access for wheelchair users is available to the garden but limited to certain areas. Detailed information.

  • Picnics

    Picnics are very welcome in the gardens but alcohol and fires are not allowed in any of Dundee’s parks.

  • Toilets

    Toilets are available at the north end of the gardens, they are open 8am-6pm (Apr – Sep), and 8am – 3pm (Sep – Apr).