About Hidcote Manor Garden
Hidcote Manor Garden is one of England’s great Arts and Crafts gardens. A profusion of colour contrasts with impeccably manicured lawns, Hidcote Manor Garden is a continuing influence on garden design. Whatever the season, there’s something to delight and inspire at Hidcote Manor Garden.
Created by the American horticulturist Major Lawrence Johnston in 1907, Hidcote Manor Garden is famous for its rare trees and shrubs, outstanding herbaceous borders and unusual plants from all over the world.
Hidcote Manor Garden is divided by tall hedges and walls to create a series of outdoor rooms, each with its own special and unique character. From the formal splendour of the White Garden and Bathing Pool to the informality and beauty of the Old Garden, visitors are assured of a surprise around every corner.
The numerous outdoor rooms at Hidcote Manor Garden reach their height at different times of the year, making a visit to Hidcote Manor Garden enjoyable whatever the season.
Hidcote Manor Garden - 2011 Seasonal Highlights…
- April: Skunk cabbage, unusual Foxglove Tree and magnolias
- May: Tulips, Chinese Handkerchief Tree, wisteria, giant alliums and lilacs
- June: Old roses and herbaceous plants
- July: Herbaceous borders, lilies and lacecap hydrangeas
- August: Tender fuchsias, red dahlias and heliotropes
- September: Japanese anemones and autumn crocus
- October: Eye-catching cobaeas, acers and tapestry hedges
Come and visit the largest plant centre in the National Trust or simply relax in tranquil surroundings and enjoy a traditional cream tea.
2011 Opening times at Hidcote Manor Garden
Open from 19 March - 21 December
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday from 10am until 5pm.
Open Good Friday.
Also open Thursdays and Fridays in July and August.
From October, last admission 4pm.
Please call for information on further seasonal openings.
2011 Admission at Hidcote Manor Garden
- Adult and senior citizen £10.00*
- Child £5.00*
- Family £25* (2 adults and 3 children)
- National Trust members FREE.
- Children 5 years and under FREE.
- Complimentary refreshment voucher when arriving by cycle or on foot.
* Price includes voluntary gift aid donation; Visitors can, however, choose to pay the standard admission charges which are displayed at the property and at www.nationaltrust.org.uk
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