Mottisfont, nr Romsey, Hampshire SO51 0LP Telephone: 01794 341220 (Infoline)
Historic house set in atmospheric gardens and grounds in the River Test Valley
13th-century former priory set in glorious landscaped grounds
Walled gardens, home to the National Collection of old-fashioned roses
Unusual drawing room decorated by Rex Whistler
Interesting art collection donated by painter Derek Hill
Tranquil park, woodland and riverside walks
What's new this year
Refurbished Old Dining Room, as laid out originally by Mrs Russell (the donor of Mottisfont) who was known for her fine taste and patronage of the best artists of the mid 20th century
From 31 May to 22 June, when the old-fashioned roses are in bloom, the gardens are open seven days a week, from 11 to 8. Weekends are extremely busy and weekday and/or evening visits are recommended (especially evenings to enjoy the scent of the roses)
Opening arrangements
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1 Nov–21 Dec 08
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Open Good Fri & Hallowe'en. Café last orders 5 in June. Garden closes 5 on Suns in June. Car park gates close 6, except June. Access to some show rooms in house may be restricted when functions are taking place. Please tel. in advance. Last admission 30mins before closing
Gift Aid Admission (Standard Admission prices in brackets): £7.50 (£6.80), child £3.80 (£3.40), family £18.80 (£17). Groups (£6.50). During June rose season: £8.50 (£7.70), child £4.30 (£3.90), family £21.30 (£19.30). Groups (£7.50)
