Forde Abbey and Gardens
A 900 year old Abbey set within 30 acres of award winning gardens with naturalised crocus on lawns, topiary-lined vistas, herbaceous borders, bog gardens, kitchen garden, wildflower meadows, an arboretum, ponds and meandering pathways with plenty of seating to admire the views.
01460 221290
fordeabbey.co.uk
Gardens open daily throughout the year from 10.30am – 5.00pm until 31st October. House open Tuesday to Friday, Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays (closed on Mondays and Saturdays). House open from 12pm, last entry 3.30pm.
Near Chard. Postcode: TA20 4LU.
The House is home to the stunning Mortlake tapestries, woven from the internationally famous Raphael cartoons, now housed in the V&A, the Abbey has a rich and varied history spanning 900 years. Walk in the actual footsteps of the monks, and explore the exquisite interior featured in the latest Hollywood adaptation of ‘Far From the Madding Crowd.’
The House is surrounded by 30 acres of award-winning gardens, including England’s tallest powered fountain. The gardens also include topiary-lined vistas, colourful herbaceous borders, a giant-sized labyrinth in the arboretum and swathes of early spring bulbs and camellias to provide all year round interest.
Delicious homemade food available in our tearoom. Visit the gift shop, plant nursery, enjoy lunch or homemade cakes in our vaulted tea rooms.
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