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Long canals create lovely walkways throughout the gardens

Fairhaven Garden Trust

Fairhaven Garden is the creation of the 2nd Lord Fairhaven, who left this lovely garden estate in trust in 1973. The gardens stretch to 131 acres, including a private broad, ancient woodland walks, and peaceful water gardens.

Fairhaven is best known for its collection of candelabra primulas. The best time to see the primulas is in late Spring, but the gardens are also well worth visiting in late Fall, when the Autumn colours are at their best. In Summer the flowering plants encourage an abundance of dragonflies and butterflies.

The garden encourages shade and water-loving plants. The water canals leading to the private broad are crossed by 15 small footbridges, joined by shady walks. The overall effect is one of peace and natural beauty.

Among the many ancient trees is the King Oak, thought to be over 950 years old. The garden is managed on organic principles, using traditional woodland practices such as coppicing to minimize impact on local wildlife and fauna.

Fairhaven is replete with bog loving flowering plants

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Nearest Hotels to Fairhaven Garden

The Amber Lodge - 1.9 miles away Acle, Norfolk Stay from: £55.00

Broad House Hotel - 4.7 miles away Wroxham, Norfolk Stay from: £89.00

Horse and Groom Hotel - 5 miles away Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Stay from: £33.00

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