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Home to abbey ruins, houses, gardens and parklands. Stretches of coast and countryside including the Dales and the North York Moors.
Gardens and parks in Yorkshire
Explore a garden or park near you this spring. As the earth warms and days get longer, watch daffodils evolve to tulips, and fruit blossom opening for bees and other pollinators. Choose from landscaped estates to small city escapes, and every style of horticulture and colour in-between.
Don't miss this season
Yorkshire's very own World Heritage Site - awarded for the water gardens in 1986. Add it to your list to visit when exploring the area
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Things to do at Studley Royal
Designed by John and William Aislabie in the 18th century, the gardens at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal boast views, ponds and garden buildings, including the Abbey ruins, as eye-catchers across the landscape. You can imagine you're on the set of Bridgerton as you meander with family and friends, although corsets and breeches are not essential attire these days.
The best late spring gardens in Yorkshire
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Things to see in the garden at Beningbrough
Discover the formal gardens, walled kitchen garden, herbaceous borders and wildlife areas, each with its own style and beauty. Experience the tranquillity of the Mediterranean Garden, the latest new space designed by Andy Sturgeon. Find out more about this RHS partner garden in Yorkshire.
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The garden at Nostell
Discover edible delights in the kitchen garden, unwind beside the orangery or escape to the menagerie garden before exploring the winding paths of the pleasure grounds.
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The garden at Nunnington Hall
The garden at Nunnington Hall is the perfect place to enjoy some peace and quiet. Peaceful hidden spots, colourful peacocks and colourful flowers offer a great day out.
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Explore the gardens at Wentworth Castle
There are sixty acres of gardens to explore, created over four centuries. Don’t miss the carefully designed views across the beautiful surrounding parkland.
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Explore the garden at Goddards
Stroll through the gardens at Goddards, a private haven on the outskirts of York, once owned by the Terry family. Discover scented herbaceous borders, formal ponds, orchard, kitchen garden and glasshouse. A haven for wildlife, framed by mature trees, and reflective of the original Arts and Crafts style design.
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Discover the garden at Ormesby Hall
Explore the garden at Ormesby Hall, a green oasis in the heart of industrial Middlesbrough. Discover the seasonal delights of this colourful Victorian formal garden.
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The garden at East Riddlesden Hall
Discover the peace and quiet of East Riddlesden Hall’s intimate Yorkshire garden.
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Relax in the city centre garden at Treasurer's House
Escape the city and relax in the award-winning garden next door to York Minster – free to enjoy on open days. Winner of the gold award for Yorkshire in Bloom for six consecutive years and one of the best views in York.
Parklands and estates to explore
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Studley Royal deer park
The evocative ruins of the abbey are set beside the grounds of Studley Royal, a medieval deer park in Yorkshire. It was declared Yorkshire’s first World Heritage Site in 1986.
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The parkland at Wentworth Castle Gardens
Put on your walking boots and discover historic monuments, woodland and a herd of deer in Stainborough park. With 500 acres of parkland, you can have your own corner to yourself.
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The estate at Nostell
Follow the paths and tracks at Nostell to discover ancient woodland, an abundance of wildlife and rolling views across this enchanting Yorkshire landscape.
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Things to do at Rievaulx Terrace
Explore this 18th-century pleasure garden, with its lavish temple follies, lush woodland, pretty wildflower bank and sweeping views towards the ruins of Rievaulx Abbey.
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The parkland at Beningbrough
The 380 acres of parkland at Beningbrough offer the chance to stretch your legs and reconnect with nature, as well as being home to wildlife including birds, rare bats and the iridescent tansy beetle. Park for free in the visitor car park before heading out on one of the routes.
Gardens to visit further afield
Top Gardens in the North East
Visit some of the best botanical gardens to soak up the signs of spring in Northumberland and the North East. Visit with your dog, family or just on your own to discover formal gardens, walled gardens and smaller cottage gardens.
Gardens and parks in Cheshire and Greater Manchester
From the glorious garden at Dunham Massey to the industrial garden landscape at Quarry Bank, this corner of the North West is full of colourful blooms throughout spring.
Gardens in the Lake District
The Lakes is known for its dramatic, wild landscapes, but it's home to some intriguing gardens too. Explore castle grounds, a cottage garden that inspired Beatrix Potter, and more.