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Please note that the garden is closed from Tuesday 11 November until further notice, due to essential tree work being carried out.
About this place
Quirky historic home with beautiful garden
Don’t miss the ‘boxing squirrels’ and a giant turtle shell from Ascension Island.
The Oval Room features watercolours by Henrietta Leith-Hay.
Wander through the beautiful garden, with its herbaceous borders, spiral-cut lawns, moon gate and kitchen garden.
Explore the historic rock garden – marvel at the colourful array of plants in their new craggy homes.
Take a walk on any of the three waymarked trails to see a brilliant variety of wildlife.
Leith Hall has played witness to Scottish history since 1650, with ten generations of the Leith-Hay family having lived here until just after World War II. They donated the house to the National Trust for Scotland along with all their furnishings and art, making it one of the most complete collections in our care.
Your visit to Leith Hall will be by guided tour, giving a fascinating insight into the changing aspirations, needs and tastes of the Leith-Hay family over the centuries. There is also a military exhibition, telling the story of generations of military men.
Outside, the beautiful grounds are one of the Trust’s hidden gems and contain an authentic Edwardian garden. From the top of the garden there are spectacular views of Aberdeenshire and the surrounding hills.
The house and grounds offer an intimate and magical setting for weddings, corporate events and private parties – please see our venue hire pages for more information.
After spending time in the inspirational rock garden at Leith Hall, Valeria Soddu, Inventory Officer for the North PLANTS Team, shares some of the plants she discovered and their history.
