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  1. Athelhampton House and Gardens
    Athelhampton House and Gardens
  2. The lake at Sherborne Castle and Gardens in Dorset
    Enjoy autumn at Sherborne Castle and Gardens © Paul Dibben
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Dorset's Gardens & Parks

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Dorset’s mild climate makes it a perfect location for some magical gardens and horticultural masterpieces. Take in the grandeur of these wonderful grounds which 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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  1. Athelhampton House and Gardens, Dorset

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    Athelhampton House and Gardens

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    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.

    Price Free to £9.50 Per Ticket
  2. Aerial view of Highcliffe Castle

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    Highcliffe Castle

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    Highcliffe, CHRISTCHURCH

    A family-friendly, magnificent Grade I Listed 1830's mansion, built by Lord Stuart de Rothesay, surrounded by beautiful wooded grounds. There is direct access to the nearby sandy beach and Steamer Point nature reserve.

    Price Free to £24.00 Per Ticket
  3. Keyneston Mill

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    Keyneston Mill

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    BLANDFORD FORUM

    Keyneston Mill is open from 10am - 5pm (everyday except Tuesday). The Scented Botanist bistro has a new lunch menu, socially distanced inside seating is now available and we are taking reservations. Explore 30 acres of beautiful grounds…

    Price Free to £25.00 Per Ticket
  4. Enjoy a cycle ride at Moors Valley

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    Moors Valley Country Park and Forest

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    To inject a sense of fun into your family days out then head to Moors Valley Country Park and Forest to get active in the outdoors and have yourself a family adventure. You are sure to find something for everyone.

    Children of all ages will love…

    Price £1.60 to £72.00 Per Ticket
  5. Kingston Lacy House and Gardens

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    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…

    Price Free to £25.00 Per Ticket
  6. Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens, Dorset

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    Abbotsbury, WEYMOUTH

    Probably one of the best gardens of its type in the world. Winner of silver medal at Chelsea and silver gilt at Hampton Court Show. Magnificent Victorian walled garden set in 20 acres of woodland valley. The unique micro climate enables rare and…

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  7. Durlston Country Park

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    Durlston Country Park National Nature Reserve

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    SWANAGE

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    Durlston Castle and Country Park, situated 1 mile from Swanage in Dorset, is a fabulous 320 acre countryside paradise and National Nature Reserve, consisting of sea-cliffs, coastal limestone downland, haymeadows, hedgerows and woodland.

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  8. Autumn colours at Sherborne Castle and Gardens, Dorset

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    Sherborne Castle and Gardens

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    Public open season from 1st April 2021

    Built by Sir Walter Raleigh in 1594 and the stately home of the Digby family since 1617. Walk in the footsteps of SIR WALTER RALEIGH in the home he built more than 400 years ago. Take a leisurely stroll around…

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  9. Exbury Gardens, New Forest, Hampshire - child in summer Centenary Garden

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    Exbury

    Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway is currently closed for winter maintenance. We look forward to welcoming you back from 1st March 2021.

    More than 100 years in the making, Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway is a spectacular collection of landscaped…

    Price Free to £14.30 Per Ticket
  10. Mapperton House & Gardens

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    BEAMINSTER

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    Mapperton Gardens is now open for pre-booked ticket holders. You can book tickets in advance online via the Mapperton website. Historic House and RHS members can visit free of charge but will still need to obtain an online ticket in advance. The…

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  11. The 'Monet' style Japanese bridge sitting over the Uk's largest National Plant Collection of waterlillies.

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    WEYMOUTH

    NOW CLOSED. REOPENS 22 MARCH 2021
    Bennetts Water Gardens has now re-opened. There are limits on the number of people who can visit and you will need to book a ticket in advance of your visit. Eight acres of gardens. Outstanding displays of water…

    Price £4.00 to £20.00 Per Ticket
  12. Avon Heath Country Park

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    A mosaic of glorious heathland and forest, laced with waymarked trails and picnic spots, together with a visitor centre, play equipment, cafe and gift shop.

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  13. Lulworth Castle, Dorset

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    EAST LULWORTH, Wareham

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    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…

    Price Free to £6.00 Per Ticket
  14. Greenhill Gardens

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    Greenhill Gardens

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    Weymouth

    Greenhill Gardens, situated right on the seaside is one of the gems of the area. The award winning Gardens has brightly coloured borders, winding paths, recreational areas and one of the best views of Weymouth Bay and the Dorset coastline ever…

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  15. Langmoor and Lister gardens

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    Langmoor and Lister gardens

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    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.

  16. Sandsfoot Castle and the Rodwell Trail

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    Weymouth

    Halfway along the Rodwell Trail you'll find Sandsfoot Castle, built by Henry VIII in 1539 to protect his kingdom from foreign invasion. Abondoned by the military in 1665 it's become an iconic ruin overlooking Portland Harbour for the past 350 years…

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  17. Colourful array of beach huts lined up along Hamworthy park in Poole

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    Hamworthy Park & Beach

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    Poole

    Hamworthy Park beach offers an oasis of peace and tranquility from the busy town centre.

  18. Minterne Gardens

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    Minterne Gardens

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    DORCHESTER

    *LATEST UPDATE* Minterne Gardens plan to reopen February 2021, date TBA (usual hours from 10am to 6pm). Minterne is famed for its seasonal profusion of Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Japanese cherries and Magnolias are set in a peaceful wooded valley and…

    Price £6.00 Per Ticket
  19. Corfe Castle Model Village and Gardens

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    Corfe Castle Model Village and Gardens

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    CORFE CASTLE

    A detailed 1/20th scale model of Corfe Castle and village before its destruction by Thomas Cromwell's army in 1646. Set in an acre of landscaped gardens.

    Price Free to £15.00 Per Ticket
  20. The Blue Pool in Dorset

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    The Blue Pool

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    Furzebrook, WAREHAM

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    *LATEST UPDATE* The Blue Pool will be closed until further notice.

    Price Free to £5.00 Per Ticket
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