The Garden at Pilsdon
A Relaxed Garden Escape in West Dorset!
Set in 2.5 acres near the Jurassic Coast, The Garden at Pilsdon is an informal, nature led garden designed for relaxed wandering.
Roses, seasonal planting, a pond and outdoor games create plenty to explore, while courtyard picnic benches and homemade cakes on the lawn make this a charming place to pause and enjoy West Dorset.
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Our Top Tip: Pilsdon is an outdoor experience so dress appropriately for the weather and ground conditions!
Opening Times & Admission Prices
Opening Days: The garden is open from Easter to October and from Wednesday to Sunday
Opening Times: 10am to 4pm
Admission Prices: Adults £5, Children Free
Your ticket is valid for the season so enjoy repeat visits for free!
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About The Garden at Pilsdon
The Garden at Pilsdon describes itself as ‘a relaxed space to wander, pause and enjoy West Dorset at a gentler pace.‘
Which is a great sentiment and the prefect way to approach your visit.
Set in 2.5 acres just off the Jurassic coast this is an informal garden, connected to nature through natural evolution over time.
The plants chosen are those that thrive in the heavy clay soil as well as the local climate.
You will find a number of features in the garden from the Rose Garden, seasonal planting for year round interest, a relaxing pond with goldfish and for the young at heart there are outdoor games including snnakes and ladders and croquet.
There are picnic benches in the Courtyard and you can enjoy excellent homemade cakes,tea, coffee, ice cream and soft drinks on the formal lawn served from the old horse trailer!
Accessibility at The Garden at Pilsdon
The garden and courtyard are step free & wheelchair friendly.The surface outside the courtyard is fully lawned & the ground can be undulating in places.
Dogs at The Garden at Pilsdon
Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome.
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Visitor Reviews of The Garden at Pilsdon
Visitor Review Score 4.8 stars
Don’t take our word for how genuinely super these gardens are.
Here is what visitors think about their visit to The Garden at Pilsdon:
Mrs M B loved the beautiful, fragrant roses, relaxing atmosphere, afternoon tea, cakes and welcoming host Rob. She said it was definitely worth visiting and planned to return.
TJ KP said they were beautiful gardens with lovely pond to spot dragonflies. Delicious cakes and coffees too.
Tim Derrett noted that the owners are very friendly and provide great coffee and home made cakes in a comfotable courtyard setting.
Local gardens and attractions near to The Garden at Pilsdon
Mapperton House & Gardens: Approx. 8 miles. Award winning gardens with Italianate terraces, fountains, wisteria covered walkways & extensive wildlands.
Chideock Manor Gardens: Approx. 7 miles. Twelve acres of varied planting featuring a pinetum, parterre, fern garden, orchard and woodland.
Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens: Approx. 12 miles. A spectacular sheltered garden packed with exotic plants, mature woodland, ponds and subtropical planting.
Map, Location, Directions & Contact Details for The Garden at Pilsdon
All information was believed to correct at the time of publication
Batts Farm
Pilsdon Dorset DT6 5NY
United Kingdom