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Bennetts Water Gardens

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The gardens were founded in 1959 in a former clay pit used by a brickworks. Here Norman Bennett carefully planted a collection of water lilies that has become one of the finest in the world. The site stretches to 8 acres of landscaped paths skirting peaceful lakes. Over 100 varieties of lilies are on display, and are at their best in the summer months. In addition to lilies there are a wide variety of pond and moisture loving plants on display and the garden is a haven for pond life. more details ...
Putton Lane, Chickerell, Weymouth, Dorset, England, DT3 4AF

About Bennetts Water Gardens
Attraction Type: Garden
Website: Bennetts Water Gardens
Phone: 01305 785 150
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Sea View - 2.1 miles from Bennetts Water Gardens Weymouth, Dorset Sleeps: 7 Stay from: £250

Villa de la Mer - 3.1 miles from Bennetts Water Gardens Bowleaze Cove, Dorset Sleeps: 10 Stay from: £350

Villa Bella Rosa - 3.1 miles from Bennetts Water Gardens Bowleaze Cove, Dorset Sleeps: 7 Stay from: £190

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The Lugger Inn - 0.7 miles from Bennetts Water Gardens Chickerell, Dorset Stay from: £60.00

Moonfleet Manor - 0.9 miles from Bennetts Water Gardens Chickerell, Dorset Stay from: £160.00

GALWAY GUEST HOUSE - 1.5 miles from Bennetts Water Gardens Weymouth, Dorset Stay from: £30.00

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Florian Guest House - 1.2 miles from Bennetts Water Gardens Radipole, Dorset From: £35.00

Florian Guest House - 1.3 miles from Bennetts Water Gardens Weymouth, Dorset From: £100.00

letter Box - 1.6 miles from Bennetts Water Gardens Weymouth, Dorset From: £90.00

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