Things to see & do
While you're in the garden
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Explore
Explore
Full of hidden nooks and crannies, Goddards Garden hides secrets waiting to be discovered. Explore the pathways that lead all the way down to the edge of York racecourse, treading in the footsteps of the Terrys who first enjoyed this garden.
© Rachel Jeffcoat
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Relax
Relax
A perfectly quiet spot for a sunny day; find a bench and bring a picnic to eat looking out over the Knavesmire.
© Rachel Jeffcoat
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Discover
Discover
Hedgehogs, squirrels, rabbits, midwife toads, and all kinds of plants and trees live here. We've even seen birds of prey dropping by in the past - keep your eyes peeled for all kinds of flora and fauna.
© Rachel Jeffcoat
Explore
Relax
DiscoverEvents
The house opens its doors every year for Heritage Open Day, joining hundreds of properties across England in welcoming neighbours and visitors from afar into the house for exclusive tours.
Activities
Once home to the Terry (of Chocolate Orange fame) family, Goddards is a pleasant stroll away from central York. We've devised an easy walk to the city centre, taking in some of the Terry's chocolatey history
Don't miss...
- Explore this Arts & Crafts garden, still presented largely as designed
- Meet the northernmost colony of midwife toads in Britain
- See the eco friendly pond system, using the house's guttering system
- Find our Japanese isu tree, a rarity in the north of the UK