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Frosty morning in the garden at Nostell with fountain and statue in the foreground
A frosty morning in the Rose Garden | © Joanna Reed

Gardens and parks in Yorkshire

Breathe in the fresh air and feast your eyes on the sights and sounds of Yorkshire's glorious gardens and parks. As the weather starts to turn from autumn into winter, with frosty mornings and shorter days, there's plenty to enjoy on a walk near you.

Top late summer gardens in Yorkshire

Low sun and blue sky with bare branches of arched pears and underplanting
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The garden at Beningbrough Hall 

Discover the formal gardens, walled kitchen garden, herbaceous borders and wildlife areas, each with its own style and beauty. Find out more about this RHS partner garden in Yorkshire.

The Temple of Piety seen across the Moon and Half Crescent ponds at Studley Royal Water Garden, North Yorkshire
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Studley Royal Water Garden 

Designed by John and William Aislabie in the 18th century and granted World Heritage Site status in 1986, the gardens at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal boast views, ponds and garden buildings as eye-catchers across the landscape.

Two children running in the gardens amongst lavender at Nostell
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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.

Visitors walking towards the Victorian conservatory at Wentworth Castle, South Yorkshire
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Wentworth Castle Gardens 

Explore centuries of history in this spectacular south Yorkshire landscape, with formal gardens, inspiring monuments and a folly that isn’t quite what it seems.

Autumn view of the garden and house at East Riddlesden Hall, West Yorkshire
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The garden at East Riddlesden Hall 

Tread the hidden paths and enjoy the colours of Autumn at East Riddlesden Hall.

Family enjoying Ormesby Hall garden in autumn
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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.

Children enjoying Nunnington Hall garden in autumn
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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.

Pond with lilies in the foreground and trees of different shades beyond
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Explore the garden at Goddards 

The garden at Goddards is now closed for winter. Check back here in spring for updates when it reopens.

Family walking through autumn leaves on Lady Lucy's Walk

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