England
Rolling hills meet dramatic cliffs in Kent, the garden of England. Orchards and vineyards heavy with plump fruit demonstrate the fecundity of the land, which is dotted with elegant stately homes, carefully manicured grounds and intimate walled gardens. Where the fertile landscapes of Kent and East Sussex meet the sea, towering chalk descends into beautiful stretches of beach. Lovely seaside resorts or ancient, historic towns provide a perfect base for exploration.
Explore the verdant ‘Garden of England’
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Kent’s Great Comp Garden is a quirky hidden gem stretching over 7 acres and specialising in salvias. Encompassing tranquil woodland, enchanting ruins and an Italian-inspired space, this fine garden erupts into extravagant bloom in spring and the colours continue to dazzle throughout summer and into autumn.
A kaleidoscope of colour greets you when you visit Pashley Manor Gardens in East Sussex. Their sweeping and elegant borders, walled gardens and artistic planting are skilfully designed and have impressive displays of tulips, roses and dahlias. The gardens are enhanced by sculptures and water features dotted throughout the tranquil landscape.
A horticultural heaven, the gardens at Great Dixter surround the imposing medieval manor that was the family home of the late Christopher Lloyd, celebrated British gardener. The extensive gardens surrounding the property were developed during the 20th century, and are designed to be fluid with a rich assortment of plants.
The award-winning gardens surrounding the impressive Tudor fortress at Walmer are particularly special thanks to their magnificent sea views. Enjoy a stroll along the yew-lined Broadwalk, centrepiece of Walmer’s pleasure grounds, or contemplate the serene waters & elegant pavilion of the Queen Mother’s Garden.
Nestled within the historic town of Sandwich, The Salutation Gardens present a sequence of thoughtfully planted grounds. Designed in 1912 by Sir Edwin Lutyens, this eclectic space remains dynamic to this day, and is home to both heirloom and rare plant varieties.
A peaceful gem concealed within the rural heart of Kent, the gardens at 18th century Goodnestone Park are home to several notable trees, a walled garden, areas of woodland and magnificent terraces. Time was spent here by Jane Austen when her brother lived on the estate.
The jewel in the crown of Kent’s gardens, Sissinghurst epitomises the English garden and presents an enviable colour palette throughout. Created by writer Vita Sackville-West in the 1930s, these poetic and romantic gardens provide an abundantly beautiful backdrop to the red brick buildings, Elizabethan tower and ancient woodland beyond.
The Jacobean mansion at Godinton is surrounded by formal gardens and ancient parkland. The extensive grounds consist of segments such as a walled garden, a rose garden, an Italian garden and a wild garden, and the grounds are linked by swooping herbaceous borders, tranquil ponds and ornamental planting.
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Rolling hills meet dramatic cliffs in Kent, the garden of England. Where the fertile landscapes of Kent and East Sussex meet the sea, towering chalk descends into beautiful stretches of beach & lovely seaside towns.
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Rising from the land like the undulations of a sleeping dragon, the peaks of the Lake District shelter some of the deepest, longest lakes in England, and its scenery is quite simply unforgettable.
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Glorious Dorset makes for the perfect British holiday destination. Defined by the craggy and ancient Jurassic coastline and its unspoilt rural landscapes, Dorset is also home to pretty seaside towns, dreamy coves and quirky sights.
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Secluded along the border between Devon and Cornwall lies the delightful Tamar Valley. Designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the region is rich in both beauty and history with its own unique heritage.
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Wild, beautiful, creative and rural, Cornwall really is the stuff of legends. Historically a land of ancient myths and Celtic culture, today Cornwall is the perfect holiday idyll.
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The Isle of Wight is a classic British holiday destination thanks to its unspoilt landscapes, chalky cliffs, endless beaches & relaxed pace of life. Gloriously green, it’s known as the ‘Garden Isle’.
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