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We care for more than 200 gardens and parks. From kitchen gardens full of fruit and veg to historic parkland, there’s something for everyone.
Gardens in London and the South East
Discover some of the most scenic gardens to visit in London and the South East and enjoy great days out all year round.
From a world-renowned garden and landscaped grounds designed by Capability Brown to walled gardens, kitchen gardens and hidden gems, there's plenty to discover in the South East.
Winter in the gardens of the South East
Gardens and landscapes have a special beauty in winter when Mother Nature is resting before the sap rises again in spring. Wven in the coldest days of winter, something in the garden is stirring. Pushing their way through seemingly lifeless earth, brave little snowdrops and jewel-like crocuses are often the first signs of spring. If they can do it, so can you! Banish the winter blues, wrap up warm and enjoy some early spring colour at a beautiful National Trust garden in the South East.
Reflections at Sheffield Park and Garden | © National Trust/Laurence Perry 
Mist over the lake at Winkworth Arboretum | © National Trust Images/James Dobson
Top gardens to visit this winter in South East England
Visiting a garden in winter can be very rewarding. You can find new perspectives with views opening up through trees that have shed their leaves, and be uplifted by a refreshing walk. There are bright winter flowers, invigorating scents, colourful stems and eye-catching topiary. Try Mottisfont in Hampshire, Polesden Lacey in Surrey or Stowe in Buckinghamshire for a top winter visit.
- Hampshire
- Our Hampshire gardens like Hinton Ampner, Mottisfont and the Vyne are highlights all year round. Grand borders, productive kitchen gardens and panoramic views combine to give joy and inspiration at every turn.Find out more
- Kent
- There are gardens aplenty to explore in Kent, including Sissinghurst Castle Garden, one of the most famous in country and the romantic Scotney Castle. From productive walled gardens to beautiful borders, there's something for every taste.Find out more
- Surrey
- Discover the best gardens and open spaces to explore around Surrey, from bold landscapes at Winkworth Arboretum and Claremont Landscape Garden, to the romantic Polesden Lacey.Find out more
- Sussex
- Garden top spots in Sussex include the dreamy Nymans, and Bateman's. There's Capability Brown landscapes at Sheffield Park and Garden and Petworth too.Find out more
- Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire
- Gardens in Bucks, Berks and Oxfordshire are peaceful places to wander. Head to Cliveden, Hughenden and Waddesdon for parterres and sweeping countryside, At Greys Court there's drama and formality in the courtyard displays and intimate garden rooms.Find out more
- London
- Take in rose gardens and wilds at Morden Hall park, or glorious kitchen gardens at Ham House. National Trust gardens across London are waiting for your perfect day out.Find out more
