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    This handsome house, built on the 12th-century remains of an Augustinian priory, stands amid sweeping lawns next to the River Test, immortalised by F M Halford, the father of modern fly fishing. Plump brown trout wallow in its fast-flowing, clear waters and the tranquil lawns alongside are dotted with majestic plane trees. Mottisfont's famous walled gardens house the National Collection of Old-Fashioned Roses (at their best in June), which are a pleasure to visit at any time of the year. The house contains a stunning drawing room, decorated in the trompe I'oeil style by Rex Whistler in 1938, as well as Derek Hill's collection of early 20th-century art. The wider estate includes much of Mottisfont village and surrounding farmland and woods.
     
    From 5–20 Jun, when the old-fashioned roses are in bloom, the gardens are open every day and late Mon–Sat, Sun close at 5
     
    Group Visits Group Visits
    Average length of visit: 2hrs. On-board coach welcome. Introductory talk
     
    Coaches Coach parking
    Coach parking, 75yds. 10 spaces
     
    Catering On site catering
    Kitchen Café (licensed), assisted service, 100 covers at east entrance to house. Groups can reserve private dining room for 20–50 visitors
     

    Please pre-book all group visits, tours and catering direct with our properties.

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    A close-up of a pale pink poppy at Mottisfont Abbey with a bee feeding on the pollen.
    © NTPL / Andrea Jones
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