UHI students help uncover historic pathways at Cawdor Castle

STUDENTS helped uncover historic pathways at a Nairnshire landmark.

In February, students studying horticulture at University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) Moray attended a practical experience day at Cawdor Castle, helping uncover the long forgotten paths of the Wild Garden.

It is part of moves to make the garden accessible to the public after many years.

Mihaly Petres, head gardener at the castle said: “Our team and the students were very enthusiastic about the success of this initial phase of this project which has uncovered areas that have been overgrown for decades and exposed old steps, terraces and a water channel.”

Cawdor Castle boasts an 18th century flower garden with large herbaceous borders as well as a more modern walled garden with a sculptural holly maze.

Mr Petres leads a team of five gardeners and previously studied at UHI Moray.

Keeping in contact with one of his lecturers after graduating, they work together to offer students opportunities for professional growth, insight and development.

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