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centuries was used as a pleasure ground for fishing, boating and swimming. It is managed in a natural way to create a varied habitat for wildlife. Carpets of spring bulbs give way to beautiful wild flowers in the summer, then the colours change again in the autumn.
Enjoy a gentle meander through the tranquil woodland gardens or stroll into the walled garden and glasshouse. Marvel at the remaining octagonal Roman well or cistern, as well as the largest standing piece of Roman masonry in Herefordshire and Worcestershire, thought to have been part of a villa.
The walled garden lets visitors see a mix of herbaceous borders and vegetables including onions, beans, beetroots and carrots, all of which are available to buy from reception or why not bring a picnic and enjoy it on the deckchairs by the river?
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Quintessentially English and 13th century Broadfield Court’s vast and pretty house, 10 acre vineyard and rose garden, along with 4 acres of heavenly English horticulture, are owned by the James
family. Their Bodenham English Wines are the finest to be produced in Herefordshire, if not the UK. Enjoy wine tastings, group tours and talks and a beautiful venue for a wedding, special celebration or corporate event.
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Privately owned and one of Herefordshire’s most theatrical locations, Hampton Court Castle and Gardens at Hope-under-Dinmore began life in 15th
C as a country house and went on to be castellated in spectacular style. The stunning 12 acre gardens, billed as one
of the most ambitious creations of our time, feature a kitchen garden, walled Victorian garden, an underground tunnel that leads to a waterfall and sunken garden, canals, island pavilions and pleached avenues.
The blooms of the 150 year old wisteria arch walk are so abundant you sometimes have to part them to stroll through.
Visit the gardens and orangery café, tour the Castle or hold your wedding or function in these dramatic surroundings hamptoncourt.org.uk
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