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Dorothy Clive Garden

12 informal acres, inc superb woodland garden, alpine scree, gravel garden, fine collection of trees and spectacular flower borders. Renowned in May when woodland quarry is brilliant with rhododendrons. Waterfall and woodland planting. Laburnum Arch in June. Creative planting has produced stunning summer borders. Large Glasshouse. Spectacular autumn colour. Much to see, whatever the season.

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Dorothy Clive Garden
Dorothy Clive Garden
Dorothy Clive Garden
Dorothy Clive Garden
Dorothy Clive Garden
Dorothy Clive Garden
Dorothy Clive Garden
Dorothy Clive Garden
Dorothy Clive Garden
Dorothy Clive Garden
Dorothy Clive Garden
Dorothy Clive Garden
Dorothy Clive Garden
Dorothy Clive Garden
Dorothy Clive Garden
Dorothy Clive Garden

About Dorothy Clive Garden

A very beautiful 12 acre garden. Created from a quarry in the 1950’s on acid soil so spectacular plantings of Camelia start the year. Later Rhododendrons and Azaleas with Magnolias and Prunus give way to mature Cornus kousa, Kalmia and Crinodendron.
Inspirational planting on the hillside garden of roses and herbaceous planting mingled with mature trees and shrubs are at their best through early summer. Tropical borders then take centre stage around the tea rooms giving way to autumn colour and full circle to the Winter garden. Listed as one of the best Winter Gardens in Britain by the Daily Mail 2018 and one of the best woodland gardens by Jim Gardiner of the RHS. Full of rare and unusual trees and shrubs and inspired herbaceous planting combinations.
Throughout the year the edible woodland, arboretum and the Mediterranean glasshouse add further interest.

Website:

https://www.dorothyclivegarden.co.uk

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Location details

Dorothy Clive Garden,
Market Drayton,
Staffordshire,
TF9 4EU

Directions to Dorothy Clive Garden
From M6 J15 take A53 W bound, then A51 N bound midway between Nantwich & Stone, near Woore.

Dorothy Clive Garden openings

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

Accessibility

  • Wheelchairs (inc electric) are available to book through the website. Disabled parking is available. WC on both upper and lower carparks.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Yes, coaches are accepted at Dorothy Clive Garden. Please get in touch with the owners for details.

Yes, dogs are welcome at Dorothy Clive Garden. 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 Dorothy Clive Garden, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Yes, one or more routes at Dorothy Clive Garden are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. Dorothy Clive Garden 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.