Things to see & do
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The kitchen garden
The kitchen garden
Taste the fruits of our labour by taking home some of our freshly picked produce, grown in our newly restored kitchen garden.
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The plant house
The plant house
The plant house was fully restored in 2010. Lawrence Johnston, the garden's creator, used the original building to grow tender plants. Powerful scents add fragrance to the air in springtime.
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The orchard
The orchard
Discover where our new apple juice started life. Wander around our small orchard and help yourself to delicious windfalls in autumn.
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Pigs
Pigs
Come and say hello to our friendly pigs. They've been helping us prepare the beds in our kitchen garden by eating the weeds and fertilising the soil. They love scoffing pulp from our apple press.
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The drawing room
The drawing room
Step back in time into Lawrence Johnston’s drawing room. Sit beside the fire and dip into a gardening book. This is where Johnston spent most of his time, planning his garden and researching his next plant-hunting expedition.
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Hydrangea Corner
Hydrangea Corner
This is where the lacecap hydrangeas hit their peak in August.
Take a closer look: can you spot the vigorous rose 'Bobbie James' hanging from the hollies?
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Bathing Pool
Bathing Pool
Watch the great diving beetles dart around the water. Or time your visit right to spot a rare Great Crested Newt.
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The Wilderness
The Wilderness
Follow the winding paths of Cotswold stone as they lead you from the Stream Garden to the tranquility of the Wilderness.
The kitchen garden
The plant house
The orchard
Pigs
The drawing room
Hydrangea Corner
Bathing Pool
The WildernessWhat's on
There's something for everyone in our exciting programme of events. We've lots going on, so make the most of your free time.
Pack a picnic
Pack a picnic and enjoy the summer. The best place to arrange your rug is in the Wilderness, with its cool, shady grounds and great views.
Sit and read
You can always find a quiet corner in the garden to relax and unwind. Why not bring a book or newspaper, and while away the afternoon listening to the sound of birdsong?
Croquet and tennis
Challenge family and friends to a game of croquet on the Theatre Lawn. Feeling more adventurous? Why not enjoy a game of tennis on our new all weather court.
Discover more talks
Join us for one of our short talks near the Plant House, and find out more about the garden and the quiet American who created it. Talks take place throughout the day on most days. Check the board when you arrive.
There's more to explore nearby
The Market Hall in Chipping Campden today
Make the most of your day and stop off at Chipping Campden on your way home. Walk along the Market Hall's paved floor, lovingly worn by shoppers and traders over the centuries. Explore some of the little shops lining the High Street. You can enjoy a cup of tea and a warm welcome at one of the town's traditional tea-rooms.
Out and about
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The great outdoors
Soak up great views by following one of many public footpaths leading from our car park.
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Wildlife watch
Spot animals and insects that make Hidcote their home, such as the Hummingbird Hawk-moth.
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Dover's Hill
Only 10 minutes by car, and great for walking, Dover's Hill hosts the famous Olympick Games in May.