The historic garden at Lyme offers variation throughout the seasons so it’s always a good time to visit. Nestled on the edge of the Peak District, the garden provides a carefully cultivated contrast to the rugged and wild moorland beyond its confines.
Visiting the garden at Lyme is an ever changing experience and no two visits are the same. Under the care of Head Gardener Stefan with the garden team, the garden transforms seasonally. Whether you witness the striking orange leaves of autumn or the bright colourful blooms of spring, there is plenty to discover. Lyme's garden is the second highest in the National Trust which means flowers often bloom later and last longer at Lyme.
The gardens in summer are a place of peaceful greenery. Take a stroll around the reflection pool through dappled shade and wild meadows, or picnic on the soft emerald lawns. The scented rose garden and colourful herbaceous borders are filled with a range of interesting plants, enough to satisfy the most curious of plant enthusiasts.
Newly planted this year is the streamside garden, known as ‘Killtime’. It’s a refuge where birds song mingles with the melody of moving water and lush planting sways in the slightest of breeze.
June
In the Rose Garden, you can see modern and heritage roses in full bloom in shades of pink, white, and port. Many are scented, some light and floral, others of fruit and spice, and that heavy ‘old rose’ perfume like that used in Turkish delight.
Follow the winding paths to dicover what's growing in the garden this season. There are lots of buggy-friendly paths in the garden – ask at the Ticket Office for more information.
You can complete many of the '50 things' in the garden at Lyme. Here's some of our favourites -
Find out when Lyme Park is open, how to get here, things to see and do and more.
From running, skipping and jumping around Crow Wood play area and dressing up in period costume inside the house, to spotting red deer in the park, there’s something for everyone at Lyme.
Inside Lyme's Regency mansion, you can discover unusual objects and strange secrets from six centuries of family history at Lyme in Cheshire.
There's over 1,400 acres of historic parkland to explore at Lyme in winter. Discover thriving wildlife during your walk into nature, and seek out the follies for some of the best views over Cheshire.
From ongoing conservation work to restoration work brought about by flooding and fires, the work of rangers and volunteers is a round-the-clock job.
Feeling peckish during your visit to Lyme? There's a choice of eateries, each serving a wide range of snacks and drinks. After you've refuelled, head to the shops to browse for a special gift or souvenir.
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