Gilbert White’s House,The Wakes, High Street, Selborne Hampshire, GU34 3JH
Features of Gilbert White’s House & Gardens
Meadows, Formal Flowerbeds, Picnic areas, Water Features, Wildlife, Pathways
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Visitor Information
Opening hours: Open daily from 10.30am to 4/5pm including Bank Holidays – See below
Cost: House and Garden Adults: £19.50, under 16’s £7.50 Under 5’s Free
Garden only: £13.50
Season Ticket: Family Ticket £32.50 -£39.50
Cafe: Free!! Open 10.30am to 4pm daily
| 2 January – 31 March | Tuesday – Sunday | 10.30am – 4.30pm |
| 1 April – 30 June | Tuesday – Sunday | 10.30am – 5.00pm |
| 1 July – 30 September | Monday – Sunday | 10.30am – 5.00pm |
| 1 October – 31 October | Tuesday – Sunday | 10.30am – 4.00pm |
| 1 Nov – 23 December | Tuesday – Sunday | 10.30am – 4.00pm |
About Gilbert White’s House & Gardens
This information is just a snapshot to get you intrigued – best to visit the website for full details!
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. Quite formal.
The Herb Garden including apple and pear trees.
The pond at the The Naturalists Garden is a natural habitat for newts.
The Meadow is an area given over to wildflowers and sheep grazing. Lucky sheep!
The shop and cafe uses fresh produce from The Kitchen Garden – I love these. Always inspiring!
If you like apples, pears and soft fruits then take a look at The Orchard garden and look out for the Hotbeds which are used to grow melons and cucumbers.
And finally there are three beehives on site in the meadow.
Dogs are very welcome as long as they are on leads in both grounds and cafe!
Garden Bench – Wood & Steel – Perfect for Summer!
Size: H: 82 / W: 120 / D: 62 cm
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Refreshments
There are a number of eating and drinking options. Of course during the summer a picnic in the gardens is a great plan!
There is White’s Cafe with seasonal menus changing daily . dogs on leads are welcome inside.
Look out for the Gilbert White’s Brewery on site using hand picked hops during the summer. Their beer is sold in the cafe and shop.
And do pop into the Tap Room, which has been reopened and features local and Gilbert White’s beers.
As we mentioned there is a Shop selling, books, gifts, homeware and local crafts – all with sustainability at its heart.
Accessibility
The gardens are accessible on well laid paths with shallow gravel. The lawns do have a slope and rough grass in part..
There are adapted picnic benches for use during the summer.
There are two designated access parking bays, in our the park, GU34 3BN, behind the Selborne Arms
For more detailed information check out the accessibility page here
Toilets
There are toilet facilities at the cafe and at the end of the Discovery room – both with disabled and baby changing facilities.
Dogs
Dogs on leads are welcome in both the grounds and cafe. Assistance dogs only in the house please.
Local Weather & Forecast
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Contact Details
Tel: 01420 511275
Email: info@gilbertwhiteshouse.org.uk
Website: http://www.gilbertwhiteshouse.org.uk
All information was believed to be correct at the time of publication
High Street
Selborne Hampshire GU34 3JH
United Kingdom