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Riverside House

Beautiful wisteria-clad village house (originally a farmhouse) dating back to C16, with William and Mary additions in late C17. Cottage style garden of over 1 acre, with many wild areas, mature trees and herbaceous borders. A charming rose garden and lawns sweeping down to a stream and small pond, with fine views to the south over water meadows to hills beyond.

Owner Info

  • Hamish & Susie Watson
Riverside House
Riverside House
Riverside House
Riverside House
Riverside House
Riverside House
Riverside House
Riverside House
Riverside House
Riverside House

About Riverside House

Beautiful wisteria-clad village house (originally a farmhouse) dating back to 16th Century, with William and Mary additions in late 17th Century.
Cottage-style garden of over 1 acre, with many wild areas, mature trees and herbaceous borders.
A charming rose garden and lawns sweeping down to a stream and small pond, with fine views to the south over water-meadows to hills beyond.
The gardens are enclosed by a high brick wall to the north, with open countryside to the south. The rose garden is enclosed by a high yew hedge. In addition to its beautiful roses it contains a myriad of Irises and Cow Parsley.
There are fine specimen trees, apple and cherry trees. The borders are stocked with late Spring flowers.
Refreshments will be provided in the Village Hall, with proceeds to Prospect Hospice.
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Riverside House features

  • Cashless
  • Cottage Garden
  • Countryside Views
  • Dog friendly
  • Historical Garden
  • Refreshments
  • Roses
  • Wildlife Garden

Location details

Riverside House,
Marlborough,
Wiltshire,
SN8 2HA

Directions to Riverside House
4 m E of Marlborough. Parking for the garden is in the Jubilee Field which is adjacent to Stone Lane. It is then a short walk through a wildflower meadow before arriving at the garden.

Riverside House 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 in the village hall opp house. Refreshments in aid of Prospect Hospice.
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 11:00-17:00

Accessibility

  • No information available at this time, please get in touch with the owners for details.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Riverside House at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at  Riverside House. 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.

There are no plants for sale for the time being.

Sorry, Riverside House does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.

Yes. Riverside House 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.