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Garden tour - Houses and Ha-Has: It's a Family Affair

Discover the history behind Berrington's internationally significant garden.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Join National Trust garden guide Nick St George for an outdoor history tour, hearing stories of Lancelot 'Capability' Brown and his son-in-law, Henry Holland, between them responsible for Berrington's grounds and house. The walk puts Brown and Holland's work into its wider context and includes architectural and garden history, poetry, a theatrical conflagration, apples and laurels.

The content is suitable for adults and older children. Duration: approx 1 hr 15 mins. Meet at the Triumphal Arch (Visitor Reception).

There is no need to book in advance.

This event is free, normal admission applies.

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Suitability

Tours are best suited for adults and older children.

Meeting point

Meet at the Triumphal Arch.

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