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Houghton Lodge Gardens
A haven of peace above the tranquil beauty of the River Test. Grade II* Gardens with fine trees surround an enchanting and unique example of an 18th Century “Cottage Orne”. Chalk Cob walls enclose traditional Kitchen Garden with espaliers, herbs and heated greenhouses, hydroponicum and orchid collection. Gardens both formal and informal. 14 acres adjoining the garden provide an experience of the natural world with meadow walks through the peaceful and unspoiled surroundings of the River Test. Come and meet our new Alpacas. Popular TV/Film location. Self service teas, coffees and homemade cakes.
Pre booked groups welcome at special rates. Licenced for Civil Weddings.
Open 1st March-31st October, daily, 10am-5pm. Wednesdays & House by appointment only.
Opening Times
2008 1 Mar 2008 - 31 Oct 2008
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | - Closed |
| Thursday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Bank Holiday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
* Open daily 10am - 5pm except Wednesdays.
Wednesdays and Tour of House are by appointment only.
Tickets Information
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff* |
|---|---|
| Adult | from £5.00 |
| Alpacas 14 acre meadow walks | from £2.50 |
| Children U14 yrs | free |
Road Directions
Houghton Lodge is half an hours drive from Salisbury along the A30, and 20 minutes drive from Winchester following the signs to Stockbridge. From Andover: 8 miles, approximately 15 minutes off A3057. From Romsey: 12 miles, approximately 20 minutes off A3057.
From A30 at Stockbridge: We are 5 minutes drive: Follow the signs to Houghton Lodge Gardens.
Public Transport Directions
Bus Services: Wilts & Dorset No. 68, Stage Coach No. 77. Both stop at the gate.
Facilities
Provider Preferences
- Countryside Setting
Accessibility
- Disabled Parking
- Disabled persons toilet
- Wheelchair user accessible
Children & Infants
- Family Friendly, Children Welcome
Parking & Transport
- Coach parking
- Free parking
- On Site Car Parking
Leisure Facilities
- Private fishing rights
Catering
- Cafe
- Catering for groups
- Food Shop on site
- Outdoor eating area
- Picnic area
- Refreshments Available
Establishment Features
- All weather attraction
- Cloakroom
- Conference facilities
- Dogs admitted on a lead
- Dogs welcome
- Garden / Grounds for visitors use
- Gift shop
- Groups by arrangement
- Groups welcome
- Guided tours
- Guided tours by arrangement
- Licensed for weddings
- Marquee Space Available
- Meeting rooms
- Open all year round
- Open on bank holidays
- Special Opening for Groups by Arrangement
Specialist Features
- Cyclists welcome
- Educational Groups
- Information Point