Marwood Hill Gardens
This is one of North Devon’s best kept secrets. Within the gardens there are many collections of plants. The large collection of Camellia numbers well over eight hundred different cultivars. These are grown in a large greenhouse as well as in various parts of the garden. Magnolias are a recent addition and there are over eighty, which are a striking feature in March and April.
RHS Garden Rosemoor
Set deep in the lovely North Devon countryside, Rosemoor is an enchanting garden to visit at any time of the year. In addition to the vast range of plants originally collected by Lady Anne, the RHS has added features such as the Formal Garden, extensive herbaceous borders, Herb and Cottage Gardens, a Potager, a Fruit and Vegetable Garden, two beautiful Rose Gardens and more...
Tapeley Park House & Gardens
This historic stately home is situated near the coast in beautiful North Devon between Instow and Bideford. It has lots of attractions for all the family and has events throughout the year. Tapeley Park differs from many similar parks because it tries to be environmentally friendly.
The Castle Hill Estate
Castle Hill near Filleigh, Barnstaple was built in 1730 as the Earl of Fortescue’s family home. The Palladian House, in which his descendants, the Earl and Countess of Arran are living, is set in a spectacular 18th century parkland landscape with grass terraces and statues leading down to the river and lakes.
Hartland Abbey
Only one mile from Hartland Quay, Hartland Abbey lies across a narrow, sheltered valley which winds its way to the spectacular Atlantic Coast. Within a designated ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’ visitors may wander around the beautiful gardens and grounds which lead to the rocky cove. Peacocks and guinea fowl roam at will, whilst donkeys and Black Welsh Mountain sheep graze the Old Deer Park.