Hidcote

Winthrop's café will reopen on Monday 13 July and will initially be serving a limited range of takeaway hot and cold drinks and some light snacks. We’ve introduced new safety measures including closure of our seating areas, screens at our till and collection points, and waymarked routes. We’ll also only be accepting card payment. We look forward to welcoming you back and know that you’ll support us to make this a safe experience for everyone. 

Our shop is reopening from Monday 13 July. For the safety of staff and visitors we've introduced social distancing measures and changes to payment, which will be via card only. 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.