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Little Court

A sheltered, naturalistic garden with year-round interest, especially memorable in spring. Mature and exuberant, with a large plant collection and a traditional walled kitchen garden. There are many butterflies in the wildflower meadow. Rustic seats throughout, good views, and described as 'an oasis of peace and tranquillity.' Sorry, no dogs.

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Little Court
Little Court
Little Court
Little Court
Little Court
Little Court
Little Court
Little Court
Little Court
Little Court
Little Court
Little Court
Little Court
Little Court
Little Court
Little Court
Little Court
Little Court

About Little Court

This garden is 3 acres including the meadow. Snowdrops, and later in February thousands of scented Crocus tommasinianus make a lavender carpet under the Victorian apple trees, giving an unforgettable spectacle. These are followed by Narcissus ‘White Lady’, then snake’s head fritillary, finally scarlet Tulipa sprengeri in late May.

In spring and summer there is a collection of perennial geraniums, and many chalk loving herbaceous plants, climbers on the walls and an immaculate lawn.

There are seven contrasting sections of the garden, divided by ancient flint walls. Grass paths link the different parts.

The ‘goose garden’ has close mown paths with a mass of naturalised cowslips, primroses and other English wild flowers. There is a traditional walled kitchen garden with grass paths, vegetables and fruit, flowers for picking. Beyond two gates, the wildflower meadow has many butterflies, and secret seats. There is an unspoilt view to the South and East Hampshire.

The garden appeals to all ages. It is a favourite with photographers, having appeared in many magazines and books; it was featured in the RHS The Garden magazine and Country Life among others.

It is fun for children, with swings and wildlife to find, and an I-Spy quiz.

Visitors love the peaceful tranquility of the garden which has been open for NGS since 1984.

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Little Court features

Location details

Little Court,
Crawley,
Winchester,
Hampshire,
SO21 2PU

Directions to Little Court
Crawley village lies between B3049 (Winchester - Stockbridge) & A272 (Winchester - Andover), 400yds from either pond or church.

Little Court 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 in the village hall. Refreshments in aid of Crawley Village Hall Trust.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: £0.00
Opening times 14:00-16:30

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 in the village hall. Refreshments in aid of Crawley Village Hall Trust.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: £0.00
Opening times 14:00-16:30

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 in the village hall. Refreshments in aid of Crawley Village Hall Trust.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: £0.00
Opening times 14:00-16:30

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 in the village hall. Refreshments in aid of Crawley Village Hall Trust.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: £0.00
Opening times 14:00-16:30

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 in the village hall. Refreshments in aid of Crawley Village Hall Trust.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: £0.00
Opening times 14:00-17:30

A group opening is when a number of gardens open together on the same day.

Refreshments Home-made teas in the village hall. Refreshments in aid of Crawley Village Hall Trust.
Admission Adult: £8.00
Child: £0.00
Opening times 14:00-17:30

A group opening is when a number of gardens open together on the same day.

Refreshments Home-made teas in the village hall. Refreshments in aid of Crawley Village Hall Trust.
Admission Adult: £8.00
Child: £0.00
Opening times 14:00-17:30

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 in the village hall. Refreshments in aid of Crawley Village Hall Trust.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: £0.00
Opening times 14:00-17:30

Visit by Arrangement

This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from 14 February to 5 July.

Please contact the garden owner to discuss your requirements and arrange a date for a group or bespoke visit.

Refreshments Home-made teas.

Accessibility

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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

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

Sorry, no dogs are allowed in the garden at this time.

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

Yes, one or more routes at Little Court are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. Little Court 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.