Helmsley Walled Garden |
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Set against the backdrop of Helmsley Castle and Duncombe Park, the five acre garden, originally built in 1756, has recently benefited from 15 years of extensive restoration.
The Double Hot Border forms the gardens central spine, extending for 120m, it explodes with colour from June to September.
Off the main spine we have a selection of smaller garden rooms including a contemplative garden, a white garden, rose and peony borders and new for 2011 a cottage flower garden.
The garden has dedicated vegetable and trained fruit growing areas, half of which are individually tended by residents of the local community, the remainder grown by ourselves and used exclusively in our award winning vegetarian Vinehouse Cafe.
The range of Victorian greenhouses house a collection of vines, tomatoes and hot house plants.
The garden is a registered charity providing horticultural therapy for the local community.
Additional information:
Plants and Produce - Plants are on sale together with vegetables, herbs and seasonal fruit.
Wheelchair access
Parking for visitors with disabilities is available outside the garden gate
Dogs are welcome, but must be kept on lead
Coaches by appointment.
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Opening Times
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(2011 times)
1st April to 31st October: Daily 10.30am - 5.00pm every day including Sundays and Bank Holidays. closed Christmas week 21st December to 3rd January. |
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Admission Charges
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(2011 prices)
Adult £5.00; Concession £4.00; Child under 16yrs Free when accompanied by an adult.November to March Donations only. Dogs are welcome on leads. |
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Directions
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| Situated 25 miles North of York and 14 miles East of Thirsk. Follow signposts from the Cleveland Way Car Park, Helmsley, located next to the Tourist Information Centre |
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Helmsley Walled Garden Postcode for SatNav: YO62 5AH |
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Nearby Attractions
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Duncombe Park
(1 Mile)*
Sir Charles Duncombe's new Baroque mansion was completed in 1713 on a virgin plateau overlooking Helmsley Castle and the valley of the River Rye. |
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Shandy Hall
(6 Miles)*
Here in 1760-67 the witty and eccentric parson, Laurence Sterne wrote Tristram Shandy and A Sentimental Journey. |
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Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo
(10 Miles)*
Looking for that destination that offers a wide variety of attractions for all the family from toddlers to grandparents? Then look no further! Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo offers a wealth of fun and excitement for all ages. |
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