As seen on BBC Gardeners' World, Minterne Gardens nestles in the Cerne Valley between Dorchester & Sherborne.
Over 27 acres of wild woodland garden, Minterne is famous for its historic rhododendron collection; peak months for the garden are April & May when rhododendrons, azaleas and magnolias are at their best. Landscaped in the manner of Capability Brown, Minterne Gardens delights with streams, and cascades at each turn. Voted as one of the Ten Most Prettiest Gardens in the UK by The Times. With over 200 Acers, the autumn colours are stunning in October.
Built from local materials the Himalayan Hut with Prayer wheel is the latest addition to the garden in 2017.
Terrace Café open from 1st April to 31st October serving Light Lunches & Cream Teas.

Local

Eat and Drink

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See and Do

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• Dorset County Museum Dorchester (8.6 miles) - A wealth of information about Dorset's history and culture awaits visitors to the Dorset County ...
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• Dorset County Museum Dorchester (8.6 miles) - Discover 200 million years of Dorset’s past in this award-winning museum. Housing a wide variety o...
• Teddy Bear Museum Dorchester (8.6 miles) - This unique family museum has evocative and atmospheric displays of teddy bears from throughout the ...

Shopping

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