A "giant gameboard" motif is the theme for a number of the gardens of Burton
Agnes Hall; you will also find a jungle garden with broad-leaved plants, fruit and potager areas, a maze, and colour-themed gardens. National collection of campanulas.
Burton Agnes,
Driffield,
Yorkshire,
England,
YO25 0ND
Gardens on a grand scale set off the baroque splendour of Castle Howard. The park covers 1000 acres, and is encrusted with architecture: the Mauopleum, the Temple of the Four Winds and the New River Bridge; restored waterworks. And of course a walled garden with collections of old and modern roses. Ray Wood shelters rare trees, shrubs, and fine rhododendrons and azaleas.
Castle Howard,
York,
Yorkshire,
England,
YO60 7DA
Italianate baroque house begun 1711, set amid garden temples by Vanbrugh and William Robinson, with the ruins of Castle Helmsley to add atmosphere to the grounds. The house was a school for girls for much of the 20th century, now being brought back to its former glory.
Helmsley,
Yorkshire,
England,
YO62 5EB
Chocolateer Noel Goddard Terry left behind a legacy that delights the senses as much as some of his edible creations. Goddards Garden is a small beacon of colour on the outskirts of the city of York, close to the famous race course. The garden includes a variety of distinct areas, including floral terraces, ponds, and rock gardens.
27 Tadcaster Road,
York,
Yorkshire,
England,
YO24 1GG
Lancelot 'Capability' Brown was responsible for influencing the form of the landscaped grounds of Harwood House; there is much to enjoy, from the formal parterre and archery border near the house, to the rock garden and walled garden which fringe the lake. The Bird Garden houses over a hundred species of threatened and exotic birds.
Harewood,
Leeds,
Yorkshire,
England,
LS17 9LQ
Newby packs a lot of garden interest into 25 acres. Double herbaceous borders (among the longest in Europe) and yew hedges run down to the River Ure, forming the central axis off which are set formal Rose and Autumn gardens, a Victorian rock garden, and even a Tropical garden. Contemporary sculpture collection in woodland setting.
Ripon,
Yorkshire,
England,
HG4 5AE
Of particular interest in this 58-acre garden run by the Royal Horticultural Society is the Gardens through Time section which commemorates the society's bicentennial. The visitor is led through a 200-year series historical garden styles from Regency to modern. And of course there are roses, mixed borders, and a lovely streamside garden as well as a kitchen garden.
Crag Lane,
Harrogate,
Yorkshire,
England,
HG3 1QB
A small Georgian landscape garden in lovely Ryedale, featuring a long, grassy terrace with a classical Ionic temple facing a Tuscan temple at the other end. The Ionic Temple has a superb painted ceiling depicting scenes from Greek myths. Rievaulx Terrace overlooks the remains of medieval Rievaulx Abbey on the floor of the valley below.
Rievaulx,
Helmsley,
Yorkshire,
England,
YO62 5LJ
In 1722 John Aislabie retired here after the South Sea Bubble scandal erupted during his tenure as Chancellor of the Exchequer. For the next 20 years he worked to create the best water garden in England, perhaps in Europe. Lakes, grottoes, canals, and cascades join with classical temples and the ruins of medieval Fountains Abbey to provide an unforgetable landscape.
Ripon,
Yorkshire,
England
50 acres of Grade 1 listed gardens recently restored to their full glory. The gardens are largely 18th century, created by the Earls of Strafford, and form one of the most important historical gardens in the country. Wentworth was featured on the television series 'Restoration'. The gardens feature 26 listed buildings and monuments, including a dramatic castle folly offering superb views across the surrounding countryside.
Wentworth Castle and Stainborough Park Heritage Trust,
Lowe Lane Stainborough,
Barnsley,
Yorkshire,
England,
S75 3ET
Set in 12 acres of stunning parkland yet only a mile from the city centre stands this 114 bedroom hotel. Close to Chatsworth House, the Peak District and Meadowhall Shopping Centre, the hotel provides a perfect base. Enjoy contemporary dining in the 18/10 restaurant or a lighter snack and cocktail … more >>
Set in an elevated position overlooking the breathtaking countryside of North Yorkshire and Teesdale The Cottage offers 1 double bedroom with ensuite shower room, wash basin and toilet, 1 twin bedroom, separate bathroom with bath, wash basin and toilet, very large sitting/dining room with log fire. Beams throughout the cottage. Fully equipped kitchen.
Patio with garden furniture and far reaching views. Only weekly bookings accepted Christmas & New Year.
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