Felley Priory Gardens
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Overview
The 2.5-acre Felley Priory Gardens, just a mile from the M1, is situated in rolling Nottinghamshire countryside and has many rare and unusual plants on display all year round. In the late 1890s, the grounds were terraced and the layout, as seen today, was created in 1976. Yew hedges were planted to protect the plants as the gardens are 600ft above sea level and very exposed. The snowdrops are worth a visit at the start of the year; spring sees a carpet of daffodils in the orchard – some varieties are extremely rare – plus bluebells, tulips, magnolias, snake’s head fritillaries, hellebores, peonies and tree peonies. Visit in summer especially for the herbaceous border displays and the rose garden. The hydrangeas, including some that are rare, provide autumn colour, and in the winter, the topiary hedges look magnificent in the snow.
Features
- Opening Times
- Open all year
- Opening Times: Open all year Tue-Fri 9-4; Feb-Oct, 1st & 3rd Sun each month 10-4
- Facilities
- Parking onsite
- Parking nearby
About the area
Most people associate Nottinghamshire in the East Midlands with the legend of Robin Hood, though the former royal hunting ground of Sherwood Forest has been somewhat tamed since Robin’s outlaw days. Traditionally, the county’s primary industry, alongside agriculture, was coal mining but it is also an oil producing area, and during World War II produced the only oil out of reach of the German U-Boats.
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Caravan & Camping
Golden Valley Caravan & Camping Park
- Launderette
- Ice pack facility
- Cafe/Restaurant
- BBQ
Caravan & Camping
Silverhill Woodland Retreats
- Launderette
- Ice pack facility
- Shop onsite
- Wifi available
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Manor Farm Cottage
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Manor Farm Cottage
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