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Minterne Gardens
Minterne House
Minterne Magna
DORCHESTER
Dorset
DT2 7AU
Tel: +44 01300 341370
Fax: +44 01300 341747
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The secluded gardens at Minterne, famed for its seasonal profusion of Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Japanese cherries and Magnolias are set in a peaceful wooded valley and have been described by Simon Jenkins as ‘corner of paradise.’ In late May and June many fine specimens of Davidia Involucrata (the Pocket Handkerchief Tree) are a particular feature. Small lakes, streams and cascades offer a new vista at each turn around the 1-mile round horseshoe-shaped gardens, and in the summer the streams are enhanced by primulas, astilbes and water-lilies. Over 200 Maples and Acers provide sensational autumn colouring.

A much loved and cherished country house, Minterne is licenced for Civil Marriage Ceremonies and hosts a very limited number of weddings each year, making each one a unique and very special occasion, with the gardens providing a stunning backdrop for photographs. Whether you want to enjoy a peaceful stroll through the wild woodland gardens, hold a Corporate event, host heritage dining for that special occasion, or organise a guided house tour for a special interest group, please contact 01300 341370 for details or email enquiries@minterne.co.uk website www.minterne.co.uk

Opening Times

Opening 01/03/2013 - 09/11/2013

Monday 10:00 - 18:00

Tuesday 10:00 - 18:00

Wednesday 10:00 - 18:00

Thursday 10:00 - 18:00

Friday 10:00 - 18:00

Saturday 10:00 - 18:00

Sunday 10:00 - 18:00

* 10.00 - 18.00

Tickets Information

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff*
Adult£5.00 per ticket
Children (up to 12 years)free

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

Road Directions

Nearest major road is A352. On A352 Dorchester to Sherborne road, 2 miles north of Cerne Abbas.

Public Transport Directions

Nearest station is Sherborne station. Follow A352 Dorchester Road 2 miles north of Cerne Abbas.

 Facilities

Attraction Facilities

  • Dogs on Lead Only

Venue Facilities

  • Wedding Venue

Provider Preferences

  • In countryside
  • Outdoor Attraction

Accessibility

  • Guide Dogs Permitted - On leads

Parking & Transport

  • Coach Parking
  • Parking (free)

Catering

  • Picnic Site

Payment Methods

  • Approx length of visit - 1 1/2 - 2 hours.
  • Blue Badge Guides admitted free
  • Groups Accepted - By arrangement only, for special interest groups.
  • Max group size - 100
  • Min group size - 20
  • Open by appointment only - See 'Groups accepted'.
  • TIC Staff Admitted Free

Establishment Features

  • Dogs Accepted - Kept on a lead.
  • Event Venue - Special events by arrangement.
  • Toilets

Tours and Demonstrations

  • Educational Visits Accepted
  • Guided Tours Available for Groups - See 'Groups accepted'.

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