Rose Season at Mottisfont
Our walled gardens are home to the extraordinary National Plant Collection of pre-1900 shrub roses, which creates an annual spectacle in early summer. We open our gardens until 8pm on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 21 May - 13 June.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Old-fashioned roses tend to flower just once a year, so their blooming is an extraordinary annual sight. Over 400 varieties of rose bloom in our walled garden during peak season.
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Meeting point
The rose collection is located within the walled gardens at the top of the main drive, up to a 15-minute walk from visitor reception.
- What to bring and wear
The walled gardens are enclosed and can get very hot on sunny days. Please come prepared with appropriate clothing and keep hydrated.
- Accessibility
Free parking with accessible spaces. Volunteer-driven buggy service available. Accessible facilities located throughout the site, including the walled gardens. Paths throughout the walled gardens are a little narrow in places but there is an access-friendly route throughout. Assistance dogs only in the walled gardens please.
- Other
On-site cafés offer refreshments from 10am-4.45pm, including Kitchen Garden kiosk adjacent to the rose gardens. The kiosk continues to serve light refreshments for evening openings.
Upcoming events
Blossom at Mottisfont
Blossom; a celebration of nature connection and creativity.
Easter egg hunt at Mottisfont
This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at Mottisfont on an Easter trail.
Exhibition - 'Town & Country: A Journey Through the Seasons'
Mottisfont begins its 2026 exhibition season with a show that reflects the idiosyncratic beauty of Britain’s seasons as they transform our landscapes and townscapes, seen through the eyes of three contemporary artists.
Mini Adventures at Mottisfont
Join us for a fun, hands-on-activity session where children can get creative with natural materials from the Mottisfont garden.