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Athelhampton House Gardens - Open Garden for NGS
The award-winning gardens at Athelhampton, surround the Tudor manor house, and date from 1891. The Great Court with 12 giant yew topiary pyramids is overlooked by two terraced pavilions. This glorious Grade I architectural garden is full of vistas with spectacular planting, ponds with fountains and the River Piddle flowing past.
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For NGS: Wed 20 Mar, Fri 21 June, Sun 22 Sept (10-5); Sat 21 Dec (10-3.30). Admission £12.50, Children free. Coffee, lunches & afternoon tea are available daily. Admission is for garden only. Tickets to visit the house can be bought on the day. Times:10:00 to 15:30.
For NGS: Wed 20 Mar, Fri 21 June, Sun 22 Sept (10-5); Sat 21 Dec (10-3.30). Admission £12.50, Children free. Coffee, lunches & afternoon tea are available daily. Admission is for garden only. Tickets to visit the house can be bought on the day. Times:10:00 to 15:30.
Athelhampton House Gardens, Dorchester, Dorset DT2 7LG
Sat 21 December
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NGS - National Garden Scheme