Visitor Information for The Italian Garden at Great Ambrook
Google Visitor Review Score 4.7/5 Stars
Opening Days: Open on Fridays only from April to October
Check for this years opening times here – the gardens will be open on selected Saturdays so email or check the website!
Opening Times: 10.30am to 3.30pm
Admission Prices: £6 per person for self guided visits
Note: Gardens only open during stated times apart from pre-booked events
Contact Details for The Italian Garden at Great Ambrook
Address: The Italian Garden, Great Ambrook Avenue, Ipplepen, Devon, TQ12 5UL
Tel: N/A
Email: ask@theitaliangarden.org
Web: Link here
Key Features of The Italian Garden at Great Ambrook
Italianate Design . Stumpery . Secret Garden . Walled Garden . Hot House . Pergola
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About The Italian Garden at Great Ambrook
The Italian Garden at Great Ambrook is secret or hidden garden that was used as a place of sanctuary by those persecuted for their ‘immoral behaviour’.
“The garden is a window into a historically less tolerant society where homosexual men were driven to seclusion and a secret life.”
It really does have a fascinating history!
As for the garden it has evolved over the years with various owners adding their own unique stamp to the look and feel of the garden.
Now being restored by volunteers and they are doing an brilliant job.
There are many influences to be see from the Italianate, Arts & Crafts, Modernism and Mediterranean styles.
Take a walk and discover the walled garden, palm walk, stumpery, water tanks, pergola and hot house.
Pre-booked guided tours are available for up to 12 people.
And you can stay in the newly built Italian Garden House which looks amazing!
Dogs at The Italian Garden at Great Ambrook
Assistance dogs only allowed in the garden.
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Visitor Reviews of The Italian Garden at Great Ambrook
Google Visitor Review Score 4.7 Stars
Don’t take our word for how genuinely super these gardens are. Here is what visitors to The Italian Garden at Great Ambrook had to say:
“The Gardens are a real treat, and a very special place, enjoyed by all our group, the owners have done a wonderful thoughtful restoration and have taken great care to keep it natural and a haven for wildlife.”
“Amazing history and interesting to anyone with an interest in gardens, architecture and history. “
“So beautiful- we went on a guided tour about the tress which was just so fascinating and informative.”
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Map and Location of The Italian Garden at Great Ambrook
Great Ambrook Avenue
Ipplepen Devon TQ12 5UL
United Kingdom