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Manton Lodge

Stone country house (not open) nestled into hillside with sensational views from sloping, terraced gardens. 2 acres of lawns and borders, formal and informal areas plus kitchen garden. Curving grass paths meander through colourful beds of shrubs, roses, perennials and small ornamental trees. Wide stone steps lead from the house to an ornamental pond and terrace, with ha-ha onto pasture below.

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About Manton Lodge

On the outskirts of Manton village, at the end of Lodge Lane, the walk to this garden is well worth it. A gravel drive, leading down to the rambling C18 stone farmhouse, is flanked by a mature ornamental shrubbery and has stunning views across the Chater valley. The house is tucked into the side of the valley, and from there the garden falls away in a series of terraces. Grass paths meander through colourful, mixed borders of shrubs, roses and herbaceous perennials. Wide stone steps lead to a formal lily pond on a terrace overlooking the surrounding fields. From the terrace stone steps or a bark path lead up the side of the garden, through shrubs and trees, to the stable block. A wicket gate (beside the composters) opens for a 50m walk through the ‘Foxes’ Earth’ orchard and back. Behind the stables, a beech-hedged kitchen garden has raised beds, cut flower border and a fruit cage. Brick steps lead up to the croquet lawn. Further round from the stables is a paved sitting area and knot garden filled with roses and lavender. From here you pass back through the ornamental shrubbery to the exit.

Website:

https://www.mantonlodge.co.uk

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Location details

Manton Lodge,
Oakham,
Rutland,
LE15 8SS

Directions to Manton Lodge
From Oakham A6003 3m to top of hill, turn L (Edith Weston), 1st R (Lodge Ln). From Uppingham, A6003 3m. Pass Preston, go down & up hill. At top, turn R (Edith Weston) 1st R (Lodge Ln).

Manton Lodge openings

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

Refreshments Home-made teas in Village Hall. Refreshments in aid of Village Hall / St Mary's Manton.
Admission Adult: £7.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:00-17:00

Accessibility

  • Mostly accessible by wheelchair but with some steep paths and curbstones to navigate.
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FAQs

Payment is by cash only. Please get in touch with the owners for more details.

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

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

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

Yes, one or more routes at Manton Lodge are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. Manton Lodge 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.