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The Lake in summer at the Vyne, Hampshire
The lake in summer at The Vyne | © National Trust Images/John Miller

Gardens and parks in Hampshire

Colour-packed floral borders, abundant kitchen gardens, fragrant lavender displays and lush flower meadows – our Hampshire gardens offer a beautiful and relaxing summer backdrop to a day out with family and friends.

Top summer gardens to visit in Hampshire

The garden at Hinton Ampner 

Hinton Ampner’s garden is a Hampshire highlight in summer, pretty with thousands of blooms, from sweetly scented philadelphus to dusty pink delphiniums. Behind the house tumbling Mexican daisies litter the elegant stone terrace steps, with panoramic views across the parkland. See the best spots on free Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday tours.

Summer borders with a flag stoned path through the middle of Hinton Ampner's walled garden, with church in the background.

The garden at Mottisfont 

Wander into Mottisfont’s large kitchen garden to see a delicious mix of leafy veg, much of it destined for the café, and pretty companion planting. The rose garden’s deep borders are filled with fragrant pinks, dramatic lilac alliums and swaying poppies. Low hedges of lavender release aromatic scent as you brush past.

Gravel path with big flower borders on either side, within a walled garden, with mini water feature and doorway in wall in the background

The garden at The Vyne 

A palette of pinks and purples fills the summerhouse garden borders – phlox, clematis and echinacea. In the walled garden spikes of purple salvia and pictorial flower meadow strips attract bees and butterflies. Willow frames are smothered in fragrant sweetpeas.

Herbaceous borders of the summerhouse garden at the Vyne, Hampshire

Hampshire parkland

Stretch your legs, run around, enjoy some peace and quiet and take in stunning views.

The estate at Hinton Ampner 

Adjoining the gardens are acres of beautiful parkland. Follow the ancient tree trail to discover some of its remarkable gnarled veterans, or simply enjoy soaking up the panoramic vista as you wander. There are several waymarked trails on to the wider estate.

Views of the parkland and South Downs beyond at Hinton Ampner

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