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⇒ Introduction
⇒ Opening Times and
       Admission Charges
⇒ Getting to The Subtropical Gardens
⇒ Eating
⇒ Shopping
⇒ Visiting the Area / Accommodation
⇒ What's On at the Gardens
⇒ Plant Sales


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THIS GREAT VALUE TICKET enables the purchaser to make one visit to each of the three attractions at Abbotsbury on any day or days of their choice: The Swannery, Subtropical Gardens and Children's Farm. Available from each attraction and Tourist Information Centres in the area.

Costs less than the normal price to visit any two of the above!
Passport tickets are valid until the 2nd November 2008.

Stunning views of the Jurassic Coast from a new viewpoint

Early History
Established in 1765 by the first Countess of Ilchester as a kitchen garden for her nearby castle. Developed since then into a magnificent 20 acre garden filled with rare and exotic plants from all over the world. Many of these plants were first introctions to this country, discovered by the plant hunting descendants of the Countess.


The Gardens Today
Since the restoration after the great storm of 1990 many new exotic and unusual plants have been introduced. The Garden is now a mixture of formal and informal, with charming walled garden walks and spectacular woodland valley views. World famous for its Camellia Groves and Magnolias, noted for its Rhododendron and Hydrangea collections. In summer it is awash with subtropical colour.
General Information
  Dogs welcome on leads.
Group rates available for 10 or more.
Ample FREE parking for cars and coaches, ususal courtesies extended to coach drivers.
Toilets Public, disabled and baby change facilities available at the Old Colonial Tea-house.
Approximately 50% of the gardens are accessible to disabled visitors, some gravel paths are difficult to negotiate.


Specialist Plant Nursery
Superb range of quality plants, many of which are home grown, and can be seen in the gardens. You can also browse the plant catalogue and purchase on-line. www.abbotsburyplantsales.co.uk
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