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Riverhill Himalayan Gardens

Beautiful hillside garden, privately owned by the Rogers family since 1840. Spectacular rhododendrons, azaleas and fine specimen trees. Edwardian Rock Garden with extensive fern collection, Rose Walk and Walled Garden with sculptural terracing. Bluebell walks. Extensive views across the Weald of Kent. Hedge maze, adventure playground and den building.

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Riverhill Himalayan Gardens
Riverhill Himalayan Gardens
Riverhill Himalayan Gardens
Riverhill Himalayan Gardens
Riverhill Himalayan Gardens
Riverhill Himalayan Gardens
Riverhill Himalayan Gardens
Riverhill Himalayan Gardens
Riverhill Himalayan Gardens
Riverhill Himalayan Gardens
Riverhill Himalayan Gardens
Riverhill Himalayan Gardens
Riverhill Himalayan Gardens
Riverhill Himalayan Gardens
Riverhill Himalayan Gardens
Riverhill Himalayan Gardens

About Riverhill Himalayan Gardens

Riverhill has been the home of the Rogers family since 1840. It was purchased with the express intention of creating a fine garden and there are still specimen trees dating back to those early days as well as original introduction from such plant hunters as Hooker and Robert Fortune. It is a hillside garden and is divided between formal terraces and naturalised woodland. The grounds extend to about 12 acres.

Don’t miss the recently restored Edwardian Rock Garden, with extensive fern collection & gentle water cascades. In APRIL / MAY Significant historic collection of rhododendrons & azaleas, primrose meadow & drifts of daffodils. Follow the woodland walk to find colour, scent and tranquillity. Bluebells make an excellent foil to the vibrant tones of azaleas, hybrid rhododendrons and the copper leafed maples.

There are spectacular views! Between JUNE – SEPT enjoy fabulous Rose Walk, as well as rare and unusual shrubs growing against the sheltered walls. Re-landscaped Walled Garden including grass sculptured terracing and water feature, peony and allium border, vegetables, herbaceous planting.

Café serves speciality coffee, light lunches and cakes. Plant sales and quirky shed shop selling beautiful gifts and original garden ornaments.

Website:

https://www.riverhillgardens.co.uk

Riverhill Himalayan Gardens features

  • 1927 Garden
  • Autumn Colours
  • Bluebells
  • Children Very Welcome
  • Coaches Allowed
  • Cottage Garden
  • Countryside Views
  • Daffodils
  • Dahlias
  • Dog friendly
  • Historical Garden
  • Picnics
  • Plants for sale
  • Refreshments
  • Roses
  • Vegetable Area
  • Wheelchair access

Location details

Riverhill Himalayan Gardens,
Sevenoaks,
Kent,
TN15 0RR

Directions to Riverhill Himalayan Gardens
Leave A21 at A225 & follow signs for Riverhill Himalayan Gardens.

Riverhill Himalayan 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. Onsite catering provided by our Cafe, Malabar. They serve coffee, cake, light lunches; including toasties and sausage rolls, ice cream and snacks.
Admission Adult: £12.00
Child: £7.50
Opening times 10:00-17:00

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. Onsite catering provided by our Cafe, Malabar. They serve coffee, cake, light lunches; including toasties and sausage rolls, ice cream and snacks.
Admission Adult: £12.00
Child: £7.50
Opening times 10:00-17:00

Accessibility

  • Disabled parking. Easy access to café, shop and tea terrace. Accessible WC.
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FAQs

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

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

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

Yes, one or more routes at Riverhill Himalayan Gardens are accessible to wheelchair users.

Riverhill Himalayan Gardens is not explicitly a wildlife garden, but you may still find various indigenous flora and fauna.