Gardens and Parks
There is certainly something sublime about English gardens and country parks. As a nation we are garden lovers, with more gardens open to the public than anywhere else in the world. Find serenity in an 18th century English landscape garden with lakes, sweeping lawns, an abundance of flowerbeds, and often classical-style temples and monuments. The latter-day addition of a café is a very welcome one. Or get back to nature in one of our treasured country parks with miles of marked woodland paths.
Explore Nene Park in the River Nene Valley
Imagine somewhere beautiful, safe and unspoilt where you can explore endless meadows, lakes and woodland, and the River Nene.
Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
Get lost in the picturesque Royal Botanic Gardens
Explore 300 acres of plants in one of the world's leading botanic gardens.
Location: Richmond, London
Discover green Birmingham
Birmingham has more than 8,000 acres of award-winning green spaces and parks – more than any other European city.
Location: Birmingham, West Midlands
Get close to nature at Oxford Botanic Garden
Pack your picnic and plan a day out at Oxford’s Botanic Garden where there is always something interesting to see in the gardens.
Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire
Lose yourself in Chelsea Physic Garden
There’s more to Chelsea than fancy boutiques and Premier League football clubs, you know.
Location: London, Greater London
Fitzwilliam Museum & Botanic Gardens
Ancient insights and green fingers in Cambridge.
Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Spot deer in the city
It might come as a surprise to discover a deer-filled oasis just a tube ride away from the hustle and bustle of London.
Location: Richmond, Surrey
Meet feathered friends at Lotherton Hall Estate
Get up close and personal with rare birds, tropical mammals and wild-roaming deer at Lotherton Hall in Aberford, near Leeds.
Location: Leeds, Yorkshire
Discover Capability Brown landscapes in Coventry
Stay at Coombe Abbey, a 12th century Cistercian abbey turned luxury hotel with formal gardens and tranquil lake in a parkland setting.
Location: Coventry, West Midlands
Climb the grassy hill to iconic Penshaw Monument
Roam picturesque parkland, spy flamingos and otters, admire sculptures and climb the secret staircase of this famous monument for panoramic views.
Location: Penshaw and Washington, Tyne and Wear
Be at one with nature at Dyrham Park
Spend the day navigating nature trails, indulging in a cream tea and exploring 17th century stately home, Dyrham Park.
Location: Bath, Somerset
Discover the Hidden Gardens of Bath
Discover some of the beautiful gardens hidden behind Bath's private houses and hotels.
Location: Bath, Somerset
Admire nature at the University of Bristol Botanic Gardens
As well as being an key part of the University teaching, the Botanic Gardens welcome visitors and feature flora and fauna unique to the Bristol area.
Location: Bristol