These wonderful gardens are a jewel in the Surrey hillside. The 20 acres of woodland garden were laid out during the latter part of Queen Victoria's reign. At this time people were fascinated with exotic plants from Asia. The garden now benefits from mature trees and shrubs imported during this time. These includes the avenue of Japanese Maples (Acer Palmatum dissectum) rhododendrons, azaleas, camelias, wild orchids and bamboo plantings.
This garden was one of the original gardens of the Open Garden Scheme and has been open to the public since 1927. The garden is open during the period that shows the garden at it best. In early spring the magnolias and daffodils. Towards the end of spring rhododendrons, azalias and camelia are in full bloom, bluebells carpet the woodlands and the garden becomes a patchwork of colour. By the beginning of June the roses have started flowering and the wild flowers are filling the meadows with colour.
These are beautiful gardens to visit, they draw visitors in as they wander along the winding paths offering glimpses of the lakes, valley and surrounding countryside.
Author: Bob Saunders.
Tea HOuse Open from 10am when the gardens are open. It serves drinks and snacks.
Disabled Access This is not suitable for wheelchairs.
By Car From London leave the A3 at Milford and get on the A283 signposted to Petworth. Go through Witley and Chiddingfold, Ramster Hall is 1.5miles south of Chiddingfold on the A283, there are large iron gates on the right hand side. The entrance is well signposted off the road. (If you get to the Mulberry Pub you have gone too far)
It is approx one hour from South West London, and within easy reach of Guildford, Haslemere, Godalming, Farnham, Cranleigh and Petworth. The nearest station is Haslemere, with frequent services to Waterloo.