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Gardens in Hampshire to visit

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Hampshire has some lovely gardens to visit.

From the walled flower beds of Gilbert White’s House and Gardens, dogs welcome, to the birdwatching delights of the John Lewis owned Longstock Water Gardens.

And do go to the The Vyne House & Gardens if you can. Lots to see and do in their 22 acres of lakes and meadows.

And the bonus of a good tea room, shop and bookshop! Dogs welcome!

Furzey Gardens Pond
Furzey Gardens Pond, Minstead

Furzey Gardens, Minstead, Hampshire

Rating: 4.5 out of 5.

Google Visitor Rating – 4.7
Furzey Gardens are ideally suited to the keen gardener & families. With lots of attractions including Arboretum, Meadows, Fairy Walks, Tea Room, Gift Shop & Plant Sales. More Details here

Exbury Gardens
Exbury Gardens

Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway, Exbury, Hampshire

Rating: 4.5 out of 5.

Google Visitor Rating – 4.7
Exbury Gardens are set in 200 acres of grounds with beautiful gardens, walks, woodlands & a Steam Railway. Gift Shop, Plant Sales, Cafes & Dog Friendly too! More Details here

Houghton Lodge Garden - Oriental Garden
Houghton Lodge Garden – Oriental Garden

Houghton Lodge Gardens, Houghton, Hampshire

Rating: 4.5 out of 5.

Google Visitor Rating – 4.4
Houghton Lodge garden is a smashing garden with plenty to see including walled garden, roses, orchard, topiary & an Oriental Garden. Lovely Tearoom open year round & house tours as well. Doig Friendly! More Details here

Hillier Gardens
Hillier Gardens, near Romsey

Hillier Garden, Romsey, Hampshire

Rating: 4.5 out of 5.

Google Visitor Rating – 4.7
The Hillier gardens are a super way to spend some time learning & enjoying the champion trees, gardens, cafe & children’s play areas. At Christmas they have a super Light Up Trails event with lazers, food, drink & entertainment! More Details here

Mottisfont Walled Rose Garden
Mottisfont Walled Rose Garden

Mottisfont Walled Rose Garden, Romsey, Hampshire

Rating: 4.5 out of 5.

Google Visitor Rating – 4.7
Mottisfont Walled Rose Garden
offers a stunning place to visit with river walks, picnic areas, refreshments & a play area for children. Dog friendly, mostly.

The roses tend to be early flowering and only do so once a year. Best from May to June. More Details here

Hinton Ampner Gardens
Hinton Ampner Gardens, Alresford

Hinton Ampner Gardens, Alresford, Hampshire

Rating: 4.5 out of 5.

Google Review Rating – 4.5
Hinton Ampner gardens are set in the wonderful south downs park. With walled gardens, estate walks, orchard, glasshouse, wildlife to spot & is dog friendly More Details here

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West Green House Gardens
West Green House Gardens, Hook

West Green House Gardens, Hook, Hampshire

Rating: 4.5 out of 5.

Google Visitor Rating – 4.5
West Green House Gardens offer a chance for walk around some lovely gardens, lake, Orangery & Greenhouse. And then have a lovely afternoon tea! More Details here

Gilbert Whites House
Gilbert Whites House & Gardens, Selborne

Gilbert Whites House & Gardens, Selborne, Hampshire

Rating: 4 out of 5.

TripAdvisor Rating – 4
Gilbert White’s House and Gardens are a splendid place to wander and relax. Split into a number of different garden styles there is something for everyone to enjoy.

The main areas are The Six Quarters which are walled flower beds. Dogs welcome! More Details here

Longstock Water Garden Water Lilies
Longstock Water Garden, Stockbridge

Longstock Water Gardens, Stockbridge, Hampshire

Rating: 4.5 out of 5.

TripAdvisor Rating – 4.5
John Lewis owned and named as “The finest water garden in the world” by the International Waterlily & Water Gardening Society.

Set in six acres with plentiful wildlife it is perfect for bird watchers and animal lovers alike and for those who just like to wander through woodlands and enjoy water features. More Details here

The Vyne Gardens - Lake
The Vyne Gardens – Lake, Basingstoke

The Vyne House & Gardens, Basingstoke, Hampshire

Rating: 4.5 out of 5.

Google Review Rating – 4.5
The Vyne House & Gardens is set in 9 hectares (about 22 acres!) of lakes, walled gardens and meadow. Shop, Tea Room & Bookshop.

The walled garden houses fruit and veggies and a dahlia border and the 17th Century summerhouse is the main focus of the formal gardens. Dogs welcome! More Details here

All information correct at the date of publication.

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