Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens was voted "Our Favourite Garden" by the Daily Telegraph Readers of 2006 and is considered today, to be one of the best in England.

Covering 20 acres this grade one listed garden is famous for it's Camellias, Rhododendrons, Hydrangeas and it's wonderful exotic atmosphere.

Established in 1765 these gardens have been the site of many plant introductions to this country. The first camellias introduced to Great Britain in 1792 are now magnificent tree groves!

At the heart of the garden is the Colonial Teahouse with its splendid veranda which overlooks the sunken garden. There is also a very well stocked plant centre and a superior quality gift shop, a children's play area and free car parking.

Stunning views of the Jurassic Coast are available from a viewing point in the Garden.

The Gardens are open every day from 10a.m. to 5pm/6pm (please ring to confirm closing time) in the summer and 10am to 4pm in the winter, last admission 1 hour before closing.

The Jurassic Coast Garden which came second in the people's vote last May at the Chelsea Flower Show was planted by our curator Stephen Griffith with plants from Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens

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