The UK’s Must Visit Gardens for Summer
There’s nothing like a stroll through a garden. From the green-fingered summer child Lucy Ogilvie.
Whether it’s a sprawling manicured statement with endless lakes and follies, a small patch of wildflowers buzzing with wildlife or a futuristic tomorrow-land plot with bizarre silver sculptures and robotic attendants it’s always a good idea to stroll through a garden. Here are some of the best public gardens you can visit today — and who knows, maybe one day your humble little scrub may make it on to this list.
Hestercombe Gardens, Somerset
This historic country house and gardens in the Quantock Hills, famous for their unique collection of gardens which span three centuries of garden history and design. For those looking for a structured but beautiful landscape, you really can’t beat it.
Belvoir Castle, Leicestershire
Stately home and gardens overlooking the Vale of Belvoir, and a Grade I listed building. Known for their spectacular gardens, gilded salons, tapestries, jousting tournaments and costumed guides, this historic spot punches well above it’s weight in terms of style and panache.
Kyoto Garden, London
A perfect little slice of Japanese calm in the middle of West London. This Kyoto-style ornamental garden was created by a Japanese garden designer in 1992 to celebrate the Japan Festival in London, and has been not only maintained but worked and improved upon ever since.
Hidcote Manor Garden, Gloucestershire
Considered one of the most inventive gardens of the 20th century, these sizable gardens have wonderful narrow paths, lawn games, two cafes and exceptional views, all owned and managed by the National Trust.
Trebah Gardens, Cornwall
Exquisite valley gardens with a stunning coastal backdrop, seasonal blooms, subtropical trees, adventure play areas and private beach. If you’re looking for a sense of the exotic, then these gardens are essential summer visiting.
For 12 other spectacular UK Gardens, check out the full Guide below:
