Goddards House and Garden

Discover the story of the Terry family and their factory (think chocolate orange) in this homely 1920s Arts and Crafts style house designed by Walter Brierley. Take a seat in the drawing room and read a paper or discover more about how the boys used to play cricket in the corridors as you stroll around this warm home.

Get nostalgic with traditional games or test your hand and eye co-ordination with croquet. There's trails for families where you can learn about all the weird and wonderful Terry family pets, or get cosy by the fireside with a game of chess. Whatever your age, feel at home and enjoying playing games at Goddards.

Discover the arts and crafts design of the five acres of garden rooms with views over York racecourse towards the iconic Terry factory clock tower. Take a moment on the terrace to watch the wildlife or grab a tennis racket and play like the family once did.

Indulge yourself in the Terry’s dining room and enjoy a morning coffee or afternoon tea in the drawing room. Simply relax as you enjoy your refreshments on the terrace overlooking the garden on sunny days.

Take yourself something home from your day out at Goddards. Enjoy a spot of retail therapy and seasonal shopping in the house.

Support Goddards House and Garden by donating and adding your memories to the interactive map. Perhaps as a gift for a special occasion or in memory of a loved one. All donations will support the work we do to care for Goddards for years to come.

Help recreate the warm and inviting atmosphere of the old Terry dining room by becoming a tea-room host or ensure the beauty of this landscape by planting new trees and flowers as part of our gardening volunteer team.

Learn about how your group could have a more in-depth learning experience at Goddards, drawing on inspiration from the architecture to the gardens.

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