Bourton House Garden

About

Bourton House Garden is an award‑winning 3‑acre oasis tucked into the rolling hills of Gloucestershire, melding historic architecture with lush, meticulously manicured landscaping. After a transformative journey from a neglected landscape to a world‑class garden, the site now boasts iconic features such as the tranquil White Garden, the artistically shaped Topiary Walk, and a welcoming Shade House. Visitors meander through wide herbaceous borders, sparkling water features—including a raised basket pond that harkens back to the Great Exhibition of 1851—and seasonal flower displays that shift chromatically with the year. On sunny days the Tithe Barn Café, housed in a historic barn, offers homemade cakes, light lunches, and a wide range of teas, drawing praise from tourists who relish the garden’s relaxed, family‑friendly atmosphere.

Highlights

• White Garden
• Topiary Walk
• Shade House
• Tithe Barn Café
• Seasonal Flower Displays

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• Typical visit: about 1 hour 30 minutes