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Spring Colour at Abbotsbury Sub-Tropical Gardens
Spring is here! Enjoy the spectacular spring colour, Camellia Groves and Magnolias.
Originally established in 1765 by the first Countess of Ilchester as a kitchen garden for her nearby castle, it has developed since then into a magnificent 20 acre garden filled with rare and exotic plants from all over the world. The Gardens today are a mixture of formal and informal, with charming walled garden walks and spectacular woodland valley views.
Open 10am-5pm daily, 10am - 6pm on Bank Holidays.
Dates
Spring Garden 7 Feb 2009 - 30 Apr 2009
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Bank Holiday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
Road Directions
Nearest major road is A35. Come off the A35 at Winterbourne-Abbas, west of Dorchester. Follow signs Portesham/Abbotsbury. The Subtropical Gardens are in Abbotsbury on the B3157 coast road between Weymouth and Bridport and are sign posted on entering the village.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest train station is Weymouth. The X53 Jurassic Coast bus runs regularly through Abbotsbury, the Gardens are approximately 2 miles from the centre of the village.
Facilities
Accessibility
- All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors - Approximately 50% of the gardens are accessible to disabled visitors, some gravel paths are difficult to negotiate.
- Guide Dogs Permitted - Not inside restaurant
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors - Public, disabled and baby change facilities available at the Old Colonial Tea-house.
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
- Parking (free)
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant
- Picnic Site
Contact Info
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