Minterne Gardens
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Overview
Landscaped in the manner of 'Capability' Brown in the 18th century, Minterne's unique garden has been described by Simon Jenkins as "a corner of paradise". 20 wild woodland acres abound with magnolias, rhododendrons and eucryphias, providing a new vista at each turn, with small lakes, streams and cascades. Over 200 maples and acers provide stunning autumn colouring. Home to the Churchill and Digby families for 350 years, the house is open for organised groups only, and was shown on BBC Gardeners' World.
Features
- Opening Times
- Opening Times: Open mid Feb-9 Nov, daily 10-6
- Facilities
- Parking onsite
- Cafe
- Children
About the area
Dorset is made up of rugged coastlines, high chalk downlands and a chain of picturesque villages and seaside towns that make up Britain’s Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, noted for its layers of shale and numerous fossils embedded in the rock. Hidden gems of Dorset can be found down winding, country lanes that lead to snug villages hidden from view.
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Caravan & Camping
Giants Head Caravan & Camping Park
- Launderette
- Ice pack facility
- Picnic Area
- Calor Gas
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