‘WE WERE BLOWN AWAY WITH JOHNNIE’S FASCINATING COMMENTARY’
HIDCOTE GARDENS
The English
Country Garden
Tour
‘HE WAS A PERFECT TRAVEL COMPANION AND GUIDE!’
BOURTON HOUSE GARDEN
The English
Country Garden
Tour
‘I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS TOUR!’
SEZINCOTE GARDENS
The English
Country Garden
Tour
‘WONDERFUL TOUR, TERRIFIC SERVICE AND WORTH EVERY PENNY’
UPTON WOLD GARDEN
The English
Country Garden
Tour
The English Country
Garden Tour
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There are many outstanding gardens in the North Cotswolds and on this tour you will see three of them. We will choose the gardens we consider to have the best season displays at the time of your visit. So whether it’s spring bulbs and cherry blossoms, a summer rose garden in full bloom, vibrant mixed borders or the colourful foliage of autumn, there will always be something to see with each garden’s unique features and plant collections. We allow ample time to explore and experience their colour, fragrance and design. Make sure you note down the varieties that catch your eye or take away some inspiration for your gardens at home.
What if it rains? We recommend that you bring a waterproof coat and shoes. We provide large clear umbrellas to keep off the worst of the rain but still allow you to enjoy your day. Most of the gardens have cosy tea rooms. If we do have to cut the garden visit short due to the weather there are lots of local towns, villages and shops to see.
Johnnie will collect you from the train station at Moreton-in-Marsh or your accommodation (by prior arrangement, please see booking form). The tour will visit three out of a possible six gardens available including Hidcote, Kiftsgate, Upton Wold, Sezincote, Bourton House and Snowshill Manor. Depending on time we will also visit towns and villages such as Chipping Campden, Broadway, Snowshill and Blockley.
If you have any special requests or requirements please email us before booking.
Please note that the price of the tour does not include any food, drinks, refreshments or entrance fees to the gardens or sights. Bottles of water will be provided and you will have the use of umbrellas if you do not wish to bring your own.
KIFTSGATE COURT GARDENS
Kiftsgate Court Gardens, is another notable garden. Originally established by Heather Muir in the 1920s and later expanded by her daughter Diany Binny, Kiftsgate is known for its impressive collection of roses. The garden offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside and features a mix of traditional and contemporary elements, making it a unique and picturesque destination for nature lovers and garden admirers.
SEZINCOTE GARDENS
Sezincote Gardens, is a distinctive and exotic garden surrounding Sezincote House, a Mughal-style mansion. Designed in the early 19th century by Samuel Pepys Cockerell, the garden seamlessly blends Indian and British horticultural influences. Visitors encounter a unique fusion of Eastern and Western design elements, landscape with terraced lawns, water features, and a captivating temple nestled amid lush greenery.
HIDCOTE GARDENS
Hidcote Gardens, is a renowned Arts and Crafts garden known for its intricate design and diverse plant collections. Created by Lawrence Johnston in the early 20th century, it features a series of distinct "rooms" with unique themes, offering a delightful journey through various horticultural styles and atmospheres. The garden showcases Johnston's passion for plants and design, making it a celebrated destination for garden enthusiasts.
About the Gardens
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BOURTON HOUSE GARDEN
In a fabulous rural setting, the gardens wrap around the beautiful, historic house and a magnificent Grade 1 listed, 16th Century tithe barn. The garden has really wonderful herbaceous borders with rare, unusual and exotic plants, water features fed by natural springs and imaginative topiary. There is also a 7 acre pasture planted with specimen trees.
SNOWSHILL MANOR GARDENS
Snowshill Manor Gardens, part of the National Trust, complement the charming Snowshill Manor. Created by Charles Paget Wade, the gardens offer a delightful mix of formal and informal elements. Visitors can explore the intricately designed terraces, vibrant flower borders, and hidden corners adorned with sculptures. The garden's beauty is enhanced by its Cotswold setting, providing a tranquil and picturesque experience.
UPTON WOLD GARDEN
Upton Wold Garden is the hidden garden of the Cotswolds. A garden of trees, shrubs and plants, many rare, in an outstanding landscape of Cotswold undulation. Features woodland, ponds, herbacous borders, roses, vegetables, fruit, and an arboretum of the National Collection of Juglans and Petrocarya and a wonderful labyrinth.