Drummond Castle gardens open day

Drummond Castle Gardens hosts its annual charity open day on Sunday.

The event runs from 1-4.30pm on the picturesque Strathearn estate.

Regular entertainment comes in the form of performances by Comrie Pipe Band, dancers from the Royal Scottish Country Dancing Society, Brass Central and the Turleum Twirlstars.

The Saltire Gundogs will also be treating those present to a display.

Other activities include a guess the weight of the lamb competition and ‘buzz off ’.

Sporting challenges including the ducking stool, ‘splatboard’, archery, beat the goalie and many other stalls.

One of the highlights of the day is a prize draw featuring gifts donated by many local companies.

Afternoon teas will be provided by members of Muthill SWI.

Entry has been priced at £4 for adults, £3 for senior citizens and £2 for children.

Alternatively, it is £10 for a family ticket – which covers two adults and up to three children.

As part of the wider Scotland’s Gardens project, proceeds from the day will be split between several charities.

The good causes include the British Limbless Ex-Servicemen’s Association, Maggie’s Cancer Care Services, the Queen’s Nursing Institute, Scotland, and the gardens fund of the National Trust for Scotland Perennial.

For more information, call 01764 681257.