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Broughton House & Garden

Museum | Kirkcudbright | Scotland | United Kingdom

Broughton House & Garden in Kirkcudbright, Scotland, is the former home of Scottish artist Edward Atkinson Hornel, one of the "Glasgow Boys" of the early 20th century. Hornel acquired the building in 1901 and transformed it into his studio and home. Today, it serves as a vibrant museum offering insights into Hornel's life and work.

Inside the house, visitors can admire an impressive collection of Hornel's paintings as well as works by his contemporaries. A particular highlight is the gallery that Hornel had built in 1910, adorned with a frieze inspired by the Elgin Marbles. Additionally, the house houses an extensive library of around 15,000 books, including one of the world's largest collections of works about or by Robert Burns.

The garden surrounding the house was designed in a Japanese style by Hornel and his sister, spanning approximately two acres. It features a rock and pond area with stepping stones, as well as beds divided by boxwood hedges. The garden also includes several 17th and 18th century sundials and carved stone gates from the late 17th century.

Broughton House & Garden is a significant site for art and history enthusiasts, offering a deep insight into the life and work of one of the most prominent Scottish artists of the 20th century.

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12 High St
DG6 4JX Kirkcudbright

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341 Reviews

Gys de Beer (GmanJozi)
14.01.2025

Only visited the gardens. Absolutely magnificent, so many beautiful flowers and a diversity of plants. The landscaped layouts are also stunning. Well worth a visit.
Christine Hartridge
28.10.2024

Lovely arts and craft house. Surprised by the size of interior and gardens with great views. Definitely worth a visit.
Ken Cassidy
21.10.2024

An absolute delight. Fascinating history, art, interior design and architecture.
Hew Wright
16.10.2024

Only saw the garden ...which was a mixture beauty. Will do the house too next time. A gem!
Lee Mennie
09.04.2024

Free to visit gardens on Tues.wed ..Broughton house open other days for a fee.
Amanda Copp
04.10.2024

Spectacular garden - one of the most intetesting designs for a town garden I've ever seen. You can visit just the garden for a donation on Tues and Weds - I went back 3 times (once just to sit and read my book).
Robert Hamilton
03.10.2024

Very picturesque in sunny conditions
Paul Denial
29.09.2024

Great history, lovely house
Neil
29.09.2024

Beautiful gardens and Broughton House, where Edward A Hornel stayed and painted, is now a museum of his works owned by the NationalTrust.
Mitch Kew
28.09.2024

Wee gem of house and Japanese garden owned by National Trust for Scotland. Home of artist EA Hornel who visited Japan twice. Enchanting. Many people dwell on bench at bottom of garden with lovely views over river Dee. Good visit to combine with Kircudbright art gallery and a walk by the Harbourside
Phil Canti
28.09.2024

interesting house and beautiful garden. very surprised by the art works, as I only came for the garden, but the large gallery room with Hornels paintings was amazing.
Brad B
24.09.2024

Stumbled onto these gardens while trying to find a footpath along the river. While I'm not particularly a garden enthusiast my parents are and they loved it. You make a small donation to have a wander around and its well worth it. It's well maintained, well run and has an interesting variation of footpaths and types of garden. There are lots of plants and flowers I have no idea of the names of but look fantastic and we'll cared for. Of more interest to me are the views of the river, a collection of antique curling stones and enough sundials to wonder if the original owner was lacking a watch. Definitely worth a visit if your passing by.
Stephen F
20.09.2024

Fantastic garden! A hidden gem!
alison burns
11.09.2024

Fascinating house and garden. NT members go free.
Michael Charlton
10.09.2024

Home and gallery of Edwardian artist Hornel with lots of his paintings and photos and a wonderful garden
J Evans
30.08.2024

Had a wonderful morning visiting this house and garden. So much beauty, interest and charm in one place! The staff were helpful and informative and the whole experience was a delight.
Stephen McCreadie
26.08.2024

Love this property so much to see. The gardens are just beautiful
Jenny Pell
25.08.2024

Both the House and Gardens are amazing. So, do not miss the change to visit.
Dan Porter
21.08.2024

Not really my cup of tea but an interesting view into a successful artists residence, with an intricate garden and surprisingly ostentatious gallery room.
Dolores Tait
20.08.2024

Wonderful historic house with all original furnishings and artifacts, nothing donated at all. Gardens are well kept and a delight to walk around. A must to visit when in Kirkcudbright
L V
15.08.2024

Really interesting visit to the house and to see the art. Gardens are worth a visit in themselves
Allan Edwards
14.08.2024

Fabulous small house in Kirkcudbright. Fabulous gardens leading to the portside
Rachel Hicks
13.08.2024

Beautifully cared for gardens. Lots of little paths and places to sit. Wonderful view of the harbour from the bench at the far end of the garden. And a lovely characterful house.
George Agnew
09.08.2024

Nice quiet part of the village. Interesting history gardens ar nice with a nice view of the river
Mim Rey
05.08.2024

The most beautiful garden. Even in the rain! The house is lovely with some amazing paintings.
Ian Davey
30.07.2024

Well worth a visit to see the gardens. Inside is great too
Information
29.07.2024

Interesting museum with beautiful gardens.
Barry Woolley
24.07.2024

Fantastic gardens!!!!
Lindsay Linton
23.07.2024

Broughton House gardens are superb. Well worth a visit
Ed Thomas
10.07.2024

The house is closed on Tuesdays but you can visit the garden for a donation. Well worth seeing.
paul younghusband
07.07.2024

Amazing house and artwork. The garden is absolutely stunning. The staff are incredibly informative and friendly
Bob Stobbs
05.07.2024

Lovely place. Really interesting. The garden is outstanding
Chris James
03.07.2024

The house is exactly as it was when Hornel lived there. The art is very much a matter of personal taste. The garden and its situation on the Dee estuary is stunning.Well worth a visit.
Sarah Bowens
24.06.2024

Really loved this place and the village is lovely too.

 

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