Abbottsbury Sub Tropical Gardens

"One of England's most exotic and romantic gardens".

Historical background: Established in 1765 by the first Countess of Ilchester as a kitchen garden to her nearby castle. Developed since then into a magnificent 20 acre garden filled with rare and exotic plants from all over the world. Most of these were new introductions to this country, found by the plant hunting descendants of the Countess.

Present Day: A mixture of formal and informal, with charming walled garden walks and spectacular woodland valley views. World famous for its Camellia Groves and Magnolias, noted for its Rhododendrons and Hydrangea collections.

Further enquiries should be addressed to: Telephone: (01305) 871387 Fax: (01305) 871 092..

Or peruse other Gardens and Stately Homes:

Gardens only: Bicton Park Gardens, Burrow Farm, Kingston Maurward, Rosemoor,

Houses only: Cadhay,

Both House and Garden on same site: Athelhampton, Forde Abbey, Hatch Court

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