Stourhead, Iford Manor, Courts Garden and Great Chalfield Manor

Somerset and its neighbouring counties are blessed with a huge variety of splendid gardens that never fail to inspire the dedicated gardener, and lift the spirits of all who visit them.

Stourhead Gardens

Stourhead Gardens are a stunning example of the traditional the English Landscape Garden and Palladian house set in the quaint Wiltshire village of Stourhead, 40 minutes drive from Upper Vobster Farm. The romantic setting perched around the source of the River Stour never fails to inspire and was the classical backdrop for the filming of Pride and Prejudice in 2005.

Address: Stourhead | Mere | BA12 6QD

Iford Manor

A privately owned Grade I listed garden, established in the early 1900's Iford Manor is a beautifully landscaped Italian inspired garden with an enchanting mix of classical structures, elegant borders and mature trees, that together frame the many gorgeous views over the sleepy valley below. Together with the Cafe and restaurant it makes for a very leisurely day out. Tickets are obtained online prior to arrival.

Address: Iford Manor | Freshford | BA15 2BA

Courts Garden

Courts Gardens, originally created at the beginning of the 20th century, is a delightful Arts & Crafts water garden, having many distinct "rooms" each containing lop sided topiary, pools and plenty of lush perennial borders. On site Cafe and shop provide those additional extras that make for an enjoyable afternoon's visit.

Address: Courts Garden | Melksham | BA14 6RR

Great Chalfield Manor and Garden

Close by to Courts Gardens sits Great Chalfield Manor and Garden. The elegant Arts & Crafts gardens are a mixture of formal planting and romantic vistas framed by apple trees, terraces, clipped hedges and perennial borders, complemented with a spring fed fish pond. The rose adorned Tudor house is also open to visitors to enjoy. Please check opening times before venturing out.

Address: Great Chalfield Manor | Melksham | SN12 8NH