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Japanese Garden Tours

Come along to one of our free volunteer-led tours in the Japanese Garden to discover an English interpretation of Japanese horticulture. These free tours run on the last Wednesday of the month in September and October.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Meet a volunteer guide for a free guided tour of Kingston Lacy's Japanese Garden. Discover how Japanese horticulture techniques extend beyond the traditional tea garden, and experience this beautiful English interpretation of a Japanese garden.

Tours run on the last Wednesday of the month in September and October.

Join the garden guide by the sundial in the Formal Garden, near Lime Avenue, at 11.30am and 2pm.

These tours are free and there is no pre-booking required. These tours are free and there is no pre-booking required. Normal admissions charges apply. National Trust members will need to show their membership cards at Visitor Reception and non-members will need to pay the admission price (from £23 per adult, £11.50 per child) or join the National Trust.

This is a walking tour lasting for approximately 60 minutes.

Times

Prices

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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Accessibility

This event has level access, with gravel and hard-standing paths. Please note this is a 60 minute tour standing and walking around the garden. If you would like to attend and would like to discuss your access requirements, please call 01202 883402.

Meeting point

Meet at the sundial in the Formal Garden adjacent to Lime Avenue.

What to bring and wear

Please wear suitable clothing and footwear for the weather conditions.

Other

Sorry no dogs on this tour. Garden tours are volunteer led and are subject to volunteer availability.

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