About us

Scotland's Gardens Scheme was first registered as a charity in 1931. For more on our history please click here.

The Scheme is run by a salaried Director and PA based in Edinburgh.

Scotland is split into 27 districts, each consisting of a District Organiser supported by Area Organisers and a Treasurer. There are approximately 200 people involved and all are volunteers. Their job is principally to liaise with the garden owners, ensure that the garden openings proceed successfully, organise local marketing and find new gardens to open for the Scheme.

The Director is supported by a Treasurer who oversees the financial management of the scheme.

The Executive Committee and Finance Committee, headed by the Chairman and Deputy Chairman, consist of a selection of people drawn from gardening fields and the professions. These Committees oversee the strategy and overall well being of the charity and provide support to the Director.

Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Rothesay is President and Her Royal Highness's involvement is appreciated greatly.

"Gardens of Scotland" the annual handbook (more info here) listing the full details of all the gardens opening for the Scheme is available from the beginning of December each year.

If you are interested in opening your garden for us, or in becoming a member of one of our district teams, please contact us here.

If you would like to make a donation to SGS please click here