Gardens in Wiltshire
Westonbirt
Arboretum
Founded in 1829 by Robert Stayner Holford of Westonbirt House.
In 1956 the Forestry Commission acquired Westonbirt and opened it
to the general public. It is one of the finest and largest
collections of temporate trees and shrubs in the world, with over
15,000 specimens set in 600 acres of semi-natural and landscaped
woodland. In June to September the Westonbirt Arboretum will host
Britain's first-ever International Festival of Gardens.
Approximately 12.6 miles/25 minutes
drive from the hotel
Tel: +44 (0) 1666 880220
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Bowood
Two miles S.W. of Calne, Bowood is the seat of the Marquess of
Lansdowne, and was partly designed by Robert Adam. The park of more
than 1,000 acres, designed by Capability Brown, has splendidly
landscaped lake with Italianate cascade and shady walks. Huge
adventure playground. Licensed Restaurant, Garden tea room, Garden
Centre and Gift Shop.
Approximately 10 miles/17 minutes drive from
the hotel
Tel: +44 (0) 1249 812102