Hidcote

Autumn at Hidcote is the season for the senses. The red borders are in bloom, there's colour across the garden from the late summer perennials and bedding plants, with plenty of salvias and grasses giving a great show. This is also the time for hedges to receive their annual haircut, as we see the crisp lines and formality returning, as structures and hedges get ‘sharpened’ up. Find out about the garden this season and the history of Hidcote.

Kate Allen-Kinross is the Assistant Curator for the South West. Her job is to care for this special place and share its stories with visitors. Here she shares a small selection of her ‘must sees’.

Enjoy magnificent views, discover exotic plants and experience vivid floral displays on a 360 degree virtual tour of Hidcote. Pictures taken August 2010.

Our shop is open from 11am until one hour before the rest of Hidcote closes; please check the opening times calendar for details. For the safety of staff and visitors we've introduced social distancing measures and changes to payment, which will be via card only. In line with government guidance, you're required to wear a face covering in most enclosed spaces, unless exempt. Please bring one with you. It is through your purchases that we are able to continue looking after Hidcote for everyone, for ever.

Uncover the fascinating story of Hidcote and the life of the gardens creator, Major Lawrence Johnston

On entering the courtyard in front of the Manor House there is a building on the left that has the appearance of a chapel or church building. Find out more about the stained glass windows that adorn the walls, with some dating as far back as the 15th Century.

For the past 15 years Hidcote's volunteer archivist, Graham Pearson, has uncovered exciting new information about Lawrence’s life as a gardener, plant hunter and soldier.

As we gradually and safely open more of the places we care for, there’ll be more opportunities to explore gardens and parklands near you. If you’re a member, you can access all these places free, together with most National Trust car parks. It’s so important for everyone to have fresh air, birdsong, big skies and open spaces to enjoy. Your membership will go towards looking after all of this for generations to come.

For 125 years, people like you have helped us protect some of the UK's best-loved places. Everyone needs nature, beauty and green spaces now more than ever. But our income has dropped sharply due to the coronavirus crisis, and our essential conservation work is at risk. Please give what you can to help us look after these places, so people and nature can thrive.