Three acre grounds, tranquil riverside setting with mature trees. Chinese bridge over Saxon mill race to embowered island with wildflowers. Garden restoration begun in 1983 to mid C18 formal design, with box hedging, clipped hornbeams, parterres, topiary, beautiful vistas over the borrowed landscape of Portholme. The ornamental island has been replanted with Princeton elm avenue (Ulmus americana).
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Three acre grounds, tranquil riverside setting with mature trees. Chinese bridge over Saxon mill race to embowered island with wildflowers. Garden restoration begun in 1983 to mid C18 formal design, with box hedging, clipped hornbeams, parterres, topiary, beautiful vistas over the borrowed landscape of Portholme. The ornamental island has been replanted with Princeton elm avenue (Ulmus americana).
Website:
https://www.islandhall.comIsland Hall,
Godmanchester,
Cambridgeshire,
PE29 2BA
Directions to Island Hall
In centre of Godmanchester next to free Mill Yard car park.
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.
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Read moreYes, cashless payment is accepted.
Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Island Hall at this time.
Yes, dogs are welcome at Island Hall. 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 Island Hall, please enquire with the owners for more details.
Yes, one or more routes at Island Hall are accessible to wheelchair users.
Yes. Island Hall 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.
