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Bere Mill

Garden built around early C18 mill on idyllic isolated stretch of the River Test, east of Whitchurch. Gardens have been built incrementally over 30 yrs with extensive bulb planting; herbaceous and Mediterranean borders with magnolia, irises, and tree peonies; summer and autumn borders; a traditional orchard and two small arboretums, one specialising in Japanese shrubs and trees. Note for Visitors on Sunday 10 March - Due to the current wet conditions the fields for parking are flooded. An update on the opening and parking will be published here on the 5th March.

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Bere Mill
Bere Mill
Bere Mill
Bere Mill

About Bere Mill

The mill buildings were the original location of Portals who first sold bank note paper to the Bank of England from the mill in 1724 and there are interesting industrial and agricultural archaeological remains, including reconstructed water meadow structures. The owners farm the surrounding fields with traditional breeds of sheep and cattle. Mill house and barns rebuilt to exacting standards after fire of 2018. House and farm are self-sufficient in energy, waste and water. A butchery sells the home grown meat from the farm.

Additional Media Coverage
Featured in House & Garden (2019) and Country Life (Sept 2020)
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Location details

Bere Mill,
Whitchurch,
Hampshire,
RG28 7NH

Directions to Bere Mill
In centre of Whitchurch, take London Rd at r'about. Uphill 1m, turn R into Bere Mill Ln & follow signs to parking in field on L. Drop off at house for the elderly & disabled only. Note for Visitors on Sunday 10 March - Due to the current wet conditions the fields for parking are flooded. An update on the opening and parking will be published here on the 5th March.

Bere Mill openings

This garden has now completed its National Garden Scheme openings for this year.

Accessibility

  • Unfenced and unguarded rivers and streams. Wheelchair access unless very wet.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Yes, coaches are accepted at Bere Mill. Please get in touch with the owners for details.

Yes, dogs are welcome at Bere Mill. Please keep the dogs on fixed short leads in the garden and keep in mind that you are responsible for controlling the dog’s behaviour. For any specific rules please ask the owners.

Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at Bere Mill, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Yes, one or more routes at Bere Mill are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. Bere Mill seeks to offer a sustainable refuge for nearby fauna and wildlife. These sanctuaries host diverse habitats supporting indigenous flora and fauna and nurturing local biodiversity.