Gardens open 30 Mar - 30 Sept 2024 Wednesday to Sunday & BH Mondays 11am - 4pm (last entry 3:30pm) Advance booking advised Romantic, award-winning, family-owned Grade 1 Listed garden created by Edwardian architect Harold Peto when Iford was his home (1899-1933) Tucked away at the bottom of a tranquil valley, narrow and uneven paths twist and turn around ancient statues, columns, terraces and architecture leading you on in anticipation of the next delight. The 2.5 acre, steeply terraced Italianate gardens afford the visitor wonderful views of the valley. Full of history, a visit to Iford is often described as "like stepping into another world". Under 10s not admitted to garden. Groups welcome by appointment only. Instagram: @ifordmanor.
Lovely gardens to wander around on a bank holiday with beautiful views. Some uneven paths were tricky for elderly mother in law but we were always able to find an alternative. The cafe was nice but we did have to wait 40 minutes for our food, it was tasty when it arrived.
As a group, we enjoyed a very informative tour of the gardens, giving us an insight into the history of the house, gardens, and local surrounding area. This was after we enjoyed a lovely lunch in the dining room. We did wait quite a while for the food but they were very busy and obviously all the meals were freshly cooked. Everyone enjoyed their meals, and we would happily recommend the restaurant and gardens.
Simply gorgeous gardens tha you can get lost in for hours. You can also buy plants from the garden, cuttings and bits are on sale by the cafe. Plenty of knowledge and information with the history of the artifacts.
We had the most wonderful time visiting Iford Gardens today. The cafe was lovely but the gardens were breathtaking! It was great that they allowed dogs on lead as we took our two little pooches. We live quite locally but had never been before. It really is a hidden gem. Our teenage Son also enjoyed walking around the picturesque gardens. Don't forget to take photos as there are so many incredible shots to be taken.
Absolutely stunning (and I have seen a few). We were very lucky to catch the Wisteria, but I reckon a visit any time of the year would not disappoint. The garden is exceedingly photogenic, and at the end of our visit I had taken in excess of 400 shots. Had a lot of fun playing with different angles, vistas and textures etc, not only in the Italian aspect, but also the Oriental Zen garden. I would also recommend a visit to their Cafe, offering some excellent coffee, cakes and sandwiches. The staff are absolutely brilliant; very friendly and informative. Cannot wait to return!
This is one of the most beautiful and atmospheric gardens in the British Isles. It is aesthetically pleasing in every way, and is worth every penny of the entrance fee. The garden as a whole is in the Italian style. There is a gorgeous Italianate cloister, and classical stonework/sculpture all over the garden (collected by Harold Peto during travels abroad). There are also other pockets of influence, including a Japanese garden and pond (watch out for newts), and a decidedly English tiered garden feel in other parts. The Georgian house front is adorned with Wisteria, which complement the beautiful sandstone. There is a good balance of open and closed space, meaning you can stay out and relax among terraces and tiered flower beds, while still being able to experience the feeling of being 'lost' among the winding paths higher up the garden. If you're visiting in Spring like I did, you may find a vibrant array of Tulips, and a blossoming cover of wild garlic that one could almost mistake for snow! The Lady at the entrance (Freda) was lovely and chatty, and made our day trip here extra special. I absolutely cannot wait to come back!
On-site services
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Assistive hearing loop
Public toilet
LGBTQ+ friendly
Transgender safe space
Dogs allowed
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Lovely gardens to wander around on a bank holiday with beautiful views. Some uneven paths were tricky for elderly mother in law but we were always able to find an alternative. The cafe was nice but we did have to wait 40 minutes for our food, it was tasty when it arrived.
As a group, we enjoyed a very informative tour of the gardens, giving us an insight into the history of the house, gardens, and local surrounding area. This was after we enjoyed a lovely lunch in the dining room. We did wait quite a while for the food but they were very busy and obviously all the meals were freshly cooked. Everyone enjoyed their meals, and we would happily recommend the restaurant and gardens.
Simply gorgeous gardens tha you can get lost in for hours. You can also buy plants from the garden, cuttings and bits are on sale by the cafe. Plenty of knowledge and information with the history of the artifacts.
We had the most wonderful time visiting Iford Gardens today. The cafe was lovely but the gardens were breathtaking! It was great that they allowed dogs on lead as we took our two little pooches. We live quite locally but had never been before. It really is a hidden gem. Our teenage Son also enjoyed walking around the picturesque gardens. Don't forget to take photos as there are so many incredible shots to be taken.
Absolutely stunning (and I have seen a few). We were very lucky to catch the Wisteria, but I reckon a visit any time of the year would not disappoint. The garden is exceedingly photogenic, and at the end of our visit I had taken in excess of 400 shots. Had a lot of fun playing with different angles, vistas and textures etc, not only in the Italian aspect, but also the Oriental Zen garden. I would also recommend a visit to their Cafe, offering some excellent coffee, cakes and sandwiches. The staff are absolutely brilliant; very friendly and informative. Cannot wait to return!
This is one of the most beautiful and atmospheric gardens in the British Isles. It is aesthetically pleasing in every way, and is worth every penny of the entrance fee. The garden as a whole is in the Italian style. There is a gorgeous Italianate cloister, and classical stonework/sculpture all over the garden (collected by Harold Peto during travels abroad). There are also other pockets of influence, including a Japanese garden and pond (watch out for newts), and a decidedly English tiered garden feel in other parts. The Georgian house front is adorned with Wisteria, which complement the beautiful sandstone. There is a good balance of open and closed space, meaning you can stay out and relax among terraces and tiered flower beds, while still being able to experience the feeling of being 'lost' among the winding paths higher up the garden. If you're visiting in Spring like I did, you may find a vibrant array of Tulips, and a blossoming cover of wild garlic that one could almost mistake for snow! The Lady at the entrance (Freda) was lovely and chatty, and made our day trip here extra special. I absolutely cannot wait to come back!
