Hergest Croft Gardens
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"Gorgeous gardens close to the Welsh border."
Overview
70-acre garden in the Welsh Marches, created over 120-years by the Banks family. More than 5,000 rare trees and shrubs, including the National Collections of maples, birches and zelkovas. Maple Grove contains new introductions from all over the world, and in Park Wood giant rhododendrons and exotic trees create a positively Himalayan scene. Herbaceous borders, kitchen garden, rockery: a garden for all seasons. Disabled access, unusual plants for sale, tea rooms, gift shop.
Ratings & awards
VisitEngland Quality Assessed
Quality Food & Drink
Features
- Children
- Suitable for children of all ages
- Facilities
- Parking onsite
- Parking nearby
- Cafe
Location
Hergest Croft Gardens, Ridgebourne Road, KINGTON, Herefordshire, HR5 3EG
About the area
Herefordshire is split in two by the River Wye which meanders through the county on its way to the Severn and the sea. Largely rural, with Hereford, Leominster, and Ross-on-Wye the major towns and cities, its countryside and ancient villages are the county’s major asset.
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