One of the finest gardens in Britain…
1st Nov 2023 – 31st March 2024
Open 3 days a week. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. For November and December only the gate and plant sales will be relocated to within the cafe. Please pop to the cafe to show your membership card or purchase a ticket from one of the team located there.
10.30am – 3.30pm
Cafe, bookshop and plant sales also open.
1st April 2024 – 31st October 2024
Open 6 days a week. Every day (except Monday)
10.30am – 4.30pm.
We are OPEN for August Bank Holiday Monday
Cafe, bookshop and plant sales also open.
“The Garden House is a plantsman’s paradise…. I love it!” Toby Buckland (BBC Presenter)
The Garden House is a charity and all visits to the garden enable us to provide public access and enjoyment for all, whilst also being a leader in horticultural innovation and excellence. As a charity we also offer education and training by supporting those looking to enjoy a career in horticulture. The Garden is funded entirely through ticket sales, our cafe and plant sales and the kind support of our Members and donors.
As Toby Buckland says, our garden is a true plantsman’s paradise which holds delights for both the seasoned gardener and for those who simply enjoy exploring and immersing themselves in the beauty and tranquillity of 12 acres of stunning gardens.
The Garden House holds special seasonal delights all year round, from our famous Snowdrop Festival early in the year, to the magnificent Wisterias, Azaleas and Rhododendron in early summer, the herbaceous summer borders of the Walled Garden and later in the autumn, the Acer Glade with its striking ‘New England’ colours.
Stroll around the colourful, romantic gardens, including the Summer Garden, Cottage Garden, the Acer Glade (with its stunning autumn colour), the Walled Garden and the Jubilee Arboretum and you’ll enjoy finding new views at every turn.
Winter Opening:
1st November 2023 to 31st March 2024 open on Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10.30 till 3.30pm
For the months of November and December only the welcome gate and plant sales will be relocated to within the cafe space. Please head to the cafe BEFORE entering the garden to show your membership card or to purchase a day ticket.
Summer Opening:
from 1st April 2024 to 31st October 2024
Every day (except Monday) from 10.30am – 4.30pm.
(Please note cafe closes at 4.30pm)
RHS Member 1, free admission on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 1st November to 31st March only
For admission and pricing see our Visit page for more information
Beautiful interesting gardens. Different areas offer different styles of planting. The walled garden is stunning whatever time of year you visit.
5* Google Review – Gill Thirgood
A beautifully unique garden that is a must to visit with easy parking. The team are great and so passionate about the garden. The cafe is also beautiful. Well worth a visit in every season.
5* Google Review – Lianne Morris
Stunningly beautiful garden. We loved every moment. A must for garden lovers. A garden that provides true inspiration for your own garden. The scones in the cafe are perfect, just as scones should be!
5* Google Review – C J Hurst