fountains abbey and studley royal water garden

Visitors can follow in the footsteps of Queen Elizabeth I and experience the delights of this authentic Elizabethan garden, including carved arbours, a bejewelled aviary, and a marble fountain.World famous 17th century topiary gardens, designed by Monsieur Beaumont in 1694 with over 100 individual topiary pieces, some over nine metres high. Hop aboard the Kew Explorer land train to enjoy the 40-minute tour of the gardens and learn about Kew’s plants, trees and history.Kenilworth is a faithful recreation of an Elizabethan garden which up until 2009 had been lost to the world, and is now managed by English Heritage. Follow the paths which cross the garden and discover towering palm trees, giant red flame trees, blue spires of echium and pink pelargonium.

This garden is a significant example of the English garden style, one not to be missed.Studley Royal Water Garden is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, looked after by the National Trust. A great family day out, younger visitors can enjoy the maze, adventure playground and farmyard.Located in a microclimate by the River Thames, the garden was founded in 1673 by the Worshipful Society of Apothecaries to train apprentices in the medicinal qualities of plants. The gardens provide visitors an English 18th century view of a magical watery garden with stunning temples and follies at every turn, enhanced by a superb collection of plants and 19th century conifers.A picture-perfect English Garden attracting visitors for over 300 years. Get lost in the giant maze, and once you've escaped, visit the tropical butterfly house for a splash of colour.Set in the grounds of the magnificent Burton Agnes Hall, the award-winning Elizabethan gardens showcase over 4,000 different plants, a national collection of campanulas, and more than 100 yew topiary bushes. Children can enjoy the adventure playground and willow dome den or even build their own with sticks.Belsay Hall has been in the same family since the 13th century - owned by gardening enthusiast, Sir Charles Monck and his grandson Sir Arthur Middleton. Ways to give.

There is so much to explore, including a classical pond with a fountain and pebble mosaic garden, herbaceous borders and woodland walk including wildlife sculptures.Cambridge University Botanic Garden opened in 1846 by John Henslow, mentor to Charles Darwin and houses over 8,000 plants from around the world, including nine national plant collections and an arboretum. The grade I registered heritage garden in Belsay Hall’s extensive grounds has been restored with a real attention to detail. When you're done exploring, stop off for lunch at the tree-top restaurant, located in one of the world’s largest wooden tree houses.Arley Hall and gardens is one of the finest gardens you will see, noted for its historical interest and the largest double herbaceous border in England.

Just to the west of the canal is the splendid Studley Park and Fountains Abbey where there are miles of footpaths taking you around beautiful parkland and gardens. Lines open seven days a week (9-5 weekdays, 9-4 weekends and Bank Holidays)Find a place to visit and begin planning your day out.We use cookies to provide you with a better service. Nostell. The Palace itself is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The art of planting at its best.Over 2,000 acres of ‘Capability’ Brown landscaped parkland, noted as “the most beautiful view in England”await you at Blenheim Palace. Buy now. The garden, created in 1759, boasts the earliest and greatest botanic garden, including breathtaking landscapes, historic buildings, along with one of the rarest and most interesting range of plants. Visitors can enjoy the Pleasure Gardens, or take a ride on the miniature train. If you're travelling to the UK this year, buy a touring pass and enjoy free entry to over 300 houses and gardens - it makes great sense.We’ve opened more than 135 gardens and parks in England, Wales and Northern Ireland through advanced booking. With one of our Touring Passes you can enjoy free entry to over 300 historic houses and gardens in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.Unfortunately there are a small number of properties where you cannot use your pass, these are:There are three categories of pass to choose from – Admit one, Admit two or Admit family (two adults and any children under 18, children under five go free). More than 200 coast and countryside car parks are open across England, Wales and Northern Ireland.