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With Dorset’s mild and bright climate it’s no wonder that it’s home to some magical gardens and horticultural masterpieces. Take in the grandeur of these wonderful grounds that have been painstakingly cared for over hundreds of years.
Enjoy a two-minute video tour and find some botanitcal inspiration for your next visit to Dorset.
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Castle/Fort
EAST LULWORTH, Wareham
Welcome to Lulworth Castle and Park, situated at the heart of the privately owned Lulworth Estate.
Follow the fascinating story of the castle and the inspiring past of its dedicated owners.
Discover breathtaking views over the Dorset countryside…
Historic House/Palace
DORCHESTER
Athelhampton House & Gardens is one of the finest English manor houses, with beautiful furnished rooms. The Grade I Listed gardens are home to the famous topiary pyramids, fountains, newly opened Kitchen Garden, and the River Piddle.
Historic House/Palace
WIMBORNE
Kingston Lacy is an elegant 17th century Italian inspired country mansion set in attractive formal gardens and extensive parkland.
Wander around Kingston Lacy house and discover the Spanish Room with its gilded leather and gilded ceiling brought…
Garden
EXBURY
From the world-famous displays of rhododendrons, azaleas and camellias, to riverside walks, the steam railway, tea rooms, play area and art exhibitions - there is something to delight everyone at Exbury Gardens.
Garden
BEAMINSTER
Spectacular formal valley gardens beside 16th-17thC manor. Pools, orangery, fine views and walks. Voted 'The Nation's Finest Manor House' by Country Life magazine.
£1 discount on each ticket for bookings made online at www.mapperton.com two days or more in advance.
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Garden
WEYMOUTH
Eight acres of gardens. Outstanding displays of water lilies in summer. Monet style bridge and gazebo. Nursery, gift shop and tearooms.
Historic House/Palace
Sherborne
Built by Sir Walter Raleigh in 1594 & home of the Digby family since 1617. View Magnificent Staterooms, Nationally Important Collections of Art, Furniture & Porcelain, Raleigh’s Kitchen & a Museum.
Explore 42 acres of English Landscape Gardens…
Buy tickets on-line at www.sherbornecastle.com to receive your 10% admission discount.
Up to four children under age 16 go free accompanied by an adult Castle & Gardens or Gardens only ticket.
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Parks & Gardens
Lyme Regis
Lyme Regis’ award winning seafront garden provides one of the finest views across Lyme Bay. Home to crazy golf and table tennis along with seating for those that simply want to enjoy the view.
Garden
DORCHESTER
Minterne is famed for its seasonal profusion of Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Japanese cherries and Magnolias are set in a peaceful wooded valley and have been described by Simon Jenkins as ‘corner of paradise.’ As seen on BBC Gardeners' World.
Garden
Weymouth
Twenty acres of woodland valley. Exotic plants from all over the world. Colonial teahouse and gift shop. Bird aviary and children's play area.
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