Howick Hall Gardens & Arboretum
Extensive grounds including a woodland garden where lovely azaleas, camellias, magnolias and rhododendrons flourish in spring. The formal gardens and borders in front of the house come on from June. In April there are spectacular drifts of daffodils in the meadow and parkland. A pond and bog garden have been developed and planted with herbaceous material grown from seed collected in the wild. The Arboretum includes about 65 acres of woodland walks. Earl Grey Tea House situated in East Wing.
Accessibility:
Opening Times
| 01/04/2008 - 31/10/2008 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday | 12:00 | 18:00 |
| Tuesday | 12:00 | 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 12:00 | 18:00 |
| Thursday | 12:00 | 18:00 |
| Friday | 12:00 | 18:00 |
| Saturday | 12:00 | 18:00 |
| Sunday | 12:00 | 18:00 |
| Bank Holiday | 12:00 | 18:00 |
Prices
| Ticket Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Admission | £5.00 |
| Admission | £4.00 |
Ticket Information
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff* |
|---|---|
| Admission | £5.00 per ticket type |
| Admission | £4.00 per ticket type |
| Admission | Free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Road Directions
Nearest major road is A1. Situated 2 miles north of Longhoughton off the B1339. Signposted from nearest road to gardens.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest station is Alnmouth Station. Arriva Bus No. 501 from Alnwick drops off by garden entrance.
Facilities
Provider Features
- In countryside
- Outdoor Attraction
Accessibility
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp / Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
- Parking (free)
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant - Tea/Restroom.
- Picnic Site
Payment Methods
- Approx length of visit - 1-5 hours
- Groups Accepted
- MasterCard accepted
- Visa accepted
Provider Facilities
- Toilets
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
Howick Hall Gardens & Arboretum
Howick Hall
Alnwick
Northumberland
NE66 3LB
Tel: +44 01665 577285
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