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Fenstanton

Four contrasting gardens, two large and two small, set around the oldest houses in the village. Ivy Cottage garden is a beautiful example of a mature cottage garden with a wide variety of unusual plants. Wimpole House has a delightful selection of roses, mature trees and shrubs and a pond brimming with life. The Manor House has a more formal garden wrapped around the building with a winding path between well-stocked borders. Church Lane is a hidden garden packed with ferns, hostas and traditional cottage plants. Fenstanton is famous for links to Capability Brown and his family. Whilst in Fenstanton you can visit Brown’s memorial in the parish church and the grave stone of one of the country’s most famous landscape gardeners. Delicious home-made teas can be enjoyed in the United Reformed Church, set in the centre of the village, a two minute stroll from all four gardens.

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About Fenstanton

Four contrasting gardens, two large and two small, set around the oldest houses in the village. Ivy Cottage garden is a beautiful example of a mature cottage garden with a wide variety of unusual plants. Wimpole House has a delightful selection of roses, mature trees and shrubs and a pond brimming with life. The Manor House has a more formal garden wrapped around the building with a winding path between well-stocked borders. Church Lane is a hidden garden packed with ferns, hostas and traditional cottage plants. Fenstanton is famous for links to Capability Brown and his family. Whilst in Fenstanton you can visit Brown’s memorial in the parish church and the grave stone of one of the country’s most famous landscape gardeners. Delicious home-made teas can be enjoyed in the United Reformed Church, set in the centre of the village, a two minute stroll from all four gardens.

Fenstanton features

  • Cashless
  • Cottage Garden
  • Dog friendly
  • Historical Garden
  • Refreshments
  • Roses
  • Tulips
  • Wildlife Garden

Location details

Fenstanton,
Huntingdon,
Cambridgeshire,
PE28 9JW

Directions to Fenstanton
All 4 gardens are in the centre of the village: just look for the church spire. There is a public car park next to the church, a 2 min walk away.

Fenstanton openings

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Home-made teas. Refreshments in aid of United Reformed Church (50%).
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:00-17:00

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Home-made teas. Refreshments in aid of United Reformed Church (50%).
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:00-17:00

Accessibility

  • Only Wimpole House garden has good wheelchair access.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Fenstanton at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at  Fenstanton. 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.

There are no plants for sale for the time being.

Sorry, Fenstanton does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.

Yes. Fenstanton 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.