Leith Hall
Aberdeenshire, Scotland
Key facts
- Operator
- National Trust for Scotland
- Condition
- Intact
- Access
- Staffed, ticketed
Pinpoint
Leith Hall, Kennethmont, Huntly AB54 4NQ
Leith Hall was home to the Leith-Hay family from 1650 until they gave it to the Trust after the Second World War. Reviewers rate the gardens highly enough to say they would justify the visit on their own, and the surrounding ancient woodland walks come up often. The cafe and tea room also draw warm reviews, and dogs are welcome across much of the grounds.
Worth the trip
The gardens - several reviewers say they are worth the trip in their own right, quite apart from the house.
Before you go
Reviewers note the gardens are at their best in summer, that dogs are kept out of the house and walled garden, and that the Pictish stone by the main garden gate can still be seen on days when the hall is closed.
The gardens draw the warmest comments, with several reviewers saying they justify the visit on their own, and one adding that they would return in summer for fuller bloom. The tearoom is praised for breakfast rolls, pancakes, soup, quiche and cakes, though one reviewer passed on it. Visitors describe the walks as a main attraction, including a pond walk and a hilltop walk that reviewers say can be combined in a day, with benches along the way and occasional children's activities. Dogs are said to be welcome apart from the house and walled garden. One reviewer visited specifically for the Pictish wolf stone near the garden gate and rated it highly, while another mentions warning signs about algae in the pond.
Home of the Leith-Hay family from 1650 until they gifted it to the Trust after the Second World War.
“Lovely house and gardens. Will return summer once the gardens are in full bloom but enjoyed the Easter visit.”- Barry and Kay, visitor review
Practical notes from visitors
Quoted from individual Google reviews, not verified with the operator - treat as a steer, not gospel, and check before you travel.
- Facilities
- “If Henrietta's Tearoom is open, please stay for the soup of the day and the quiche to recover from the walks!” - Luis Noguez
Common questions about Leith Hall
Where is Leith Hall?
Leith Hall is in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, at Leith Hall, Kennethmont, Huntly AB54 4NQ.
Do you need a ticket to visit Leith Hall?
Yes - Leith Hall is a staffed, ticketed attraction run by National Trust for Scotland. Ticket prices and opening hours change through the year, so check the official site before travelling.
Is Leith Hall dog-friendly?
Visitor reviews suggest dogs are welcome at Leith Hall - one reviewer noted: “…the gardens are worth it on their own. Dogs welcome but the usual not in the house or walled garden. Have a tea…”. Policies can vary between parts of a site and change over time, so confirm with the operator before visiting with a dog.
What is the highlight of visiting Leith Hall?
The gardens - several reviewers say they are worth the trip in their own right, quite apart from the house.
Is Leith Hall a ruin or still intact?
Leith Hall is largely intact - Home of the Leith-Hay family from 1650 until they gifted it to the Trust after the Second World War.
