The garden at Porthill House is approx 1½ acres in size and framed by high brick walls and mature trees, inc a redwood believed to be over 300 years old. The large central lawn drops down from the house to give an extended view over the whole garden. Gravel paths lead all around, alongside deep, mature borders, through areas of formal topiary to a small orchard and wildflower area.
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The garden at Porthill House is approx 1½ acres in size and framed by high brick walls and mature trees, inc a redwood believed to be over 300 years old. The large central lawn drops down from the house to give an extended view over the whole garden. Gravel paths lead all around, alongside deep, mature borders, through areas of formal topiary to a small orchard and wildflower area.
Porthill House,
Redwoods,
Hertford,
Hertfordshire,
SG14 3BT
Directions to Porthill House
Exit A1(M) J4 & head towards Hertford. At r'about take 1st exit to A119; next r'about take 2nd exit & follow for 0.3m. Turn L onto Old Cross & follow until Port Hill. Garden at the end of Redwoods.
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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Yes, cashless payment is accepted.
Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Porthill House at this time.
Sorry, no dogs are allowed in the garden at this time.
There are no plants for sale for the time being.
Yes, one or more routes at Porthill House are accessible to wheelchair users.
Porthill House is not explicitly a wildlife garden, but you may still find various indigenous flora and fauna.
