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Holme for Gardens

Set within the picturesque Isle of Purbeck, award-winning Holme for Gardens is a family run treasure, with beautifully landscaped gardens, a well-stocked garden centre with friendly knowledgeable staff, gift shop plus our light and airy Orchard Café and conservatory. The 15 acre garden delights the visitor with bold landscape features, colourful borders and achieves a wide diversity of wildlife through floral diversity.

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About Holme for Gardens

Holme for Gardens is a family business run by Simon and Liz Goldsack. Set in the wonderful Isle of Purbeck not far from the famous Jurassic Coast, Holme is all about the beautiful surroundings, the relaxing ambience, the gorgeous plants, the picturesque planted gardens, the nature and wildlife, and most of all about people enjoying themselves.

Visitors can explore an award-winning local garden centre stocking a wide range of quality plants, from traditional favourites to more exotic varieties. All our staff are keen gardeners and/or allotmenteers who are happy to share their expertise with you, and will help you make your garden look as good as it possibly can.

The Orchard Cafe serves home-made meals and refreshments all day. From traditional breakfasts and lunches with seasonal specials, to Dorset cream teas and not forgetting plenty of cakes. There are beautiful ponds and landscaped patios to sit around, and a large indoor conservatory, all of which are dog friendly.

The 15 acres of landscaped gardens are a source of delight, changing throughout the seasons, with a huge variety of plants chosen for interest and appeal. From stunning wildflower meadows and lavender hedges, through to the wisteria walk and kitchen garden, there is always something in flower to see. There is a large grass amphitheatre, popular for live theatre and concert performances throughout the summer.

Summer Opening times
Garden Centre & Gardens – Monday to Saturday: 9.00 am – 5.30 pm | Sundays: 10:30 am – 4.30 pm
Orchard Café – Monday to Saturday: 9.00 am – 4.30 pm | Sundays: 9:30 – 4.30 pm

Social Media Links
Facebook: Holme for Gardens | Wareham | Facebook
Instagram : HolmeForGardens (@holmeforgardens) • Instagram photos and videos
Youtube : Holmeforgardens – YouTube

Browse the gift shop with everything from cards to candles, socks to soaps, Holme has the ideal gift for friends and family whatever the occasion. Meet friends and family at Holme for a morning coffee, Holme made lunch of afternoon tea, treat yourself to a new plant or pot for the garden and enjoy some time amongst nature in beautiful surroundings, and experience a day to remember.

Website:

https://www.holmefg.co.uk

Holme for Gardens features

Location details

Holme for Gardens,
Wareham,
Dorset,
BH20 6AQ

Directions to Holme for Gardens
Easy to find on the B3070 road to Lulworth 2m out of Wareham.

Holme for Gardens 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 Light refreshments in the Orchard Café.
Admission Adult: £8.00
Child: Free
Opening times 09:00-17:00

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 Light refreshments in the Orchard Café.
Admission Adult: £8.00
Child: Free
Opening times 09:00-17:00

Accessibility

  • Grass paths are kept in good order and soil is well drained so wheelchair access is reasonable except immediately after heavy rain.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

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

Yes, dogs are welcome at Holme for Gardens. 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 Holme for Gardens, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Yes, one or more routes at Holme for Gardens are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. Holme for Gardens 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.