Houses & Gardens

Houses & Gardens

Discover the splendour of Castle Howard, set in the Howardian Hills in one thousand acres of breathtaking parkland, adorned with rose gardens, lakes and fountains. Castle Howard is home to the Howard family and has been richly furnished throughout.  Filming here has included the well-known TV series "Antiques Roadshow", and more recently the new "Brideshead Revisited" flim.

Why not take a stroll around Yorkshire Lavender at nearby Terrington, visit the Sensory and Themed Gardens, Lavender Maze, Deer Park and Highland Cattle. Sample lunch at the EJs tearoom and restaurant whilst enjoying spectacular panoramic views over the Vale of York.

Visit the National Trust property of Beningbrough Hall, enjoy the Hall, herbaceous borders, walled garden, parkland and Victorian Laundry. With a wilderness play area, plus shop and restaurant.

This afternoon relax in the peaceful atmosphere of Burnby Hall Gardens in Pocklington to the East of York.  Home to the National Collection of Waterlillies, there are over 80 varieties to be spotted in the 2 lakes.  The Gardens themselves are maintained to a high standard with fine features such as a walled garden, Victorian bedding area, rock gardens and heather beds.  The Stewart Collection within the Gardens is a unique display of sporting trophies and memorabilia collected by the late Major Stewart.

Alternatively why not travel over to Harewood House for a turn around the gardens and a tour of the house. A unique mixture of Adam interiors, Chippendale furniture, plus magnificent bird gardens and even a chance to row on the lake.

Admire the wonderful rill garden and modern peaceful water garden at Stillingfleet Lodge Gardens. Don't miss the opportunity to try out some homemade cake in the new rustic barn refreshment area.  New for 2010 some fantastic courses are running see website for details.