Rudding Park

Rudding Park offers a landscape shaped over centuries. Influenced by C18 designer Humphry Repton, the grounds reflect his signature balance of natural beauty and considered design. His use of the ‘ha-ha’ created uninterrupted views from the house, while features such as the ornamental lake act as focal points within the landscape. Once part of the Forest of Knaresborough and a royal hunting ground for Henry VIII, the grounds are steeped in history, with a 700 year old hollow oak tree still standing today. Later additions by James Russell introduced rhododendrons, which bring vibrant colour to the gardens each spring.

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Mr & Mrs Simon Mackaness

About Rudding Park

Today, the gardens remain central, the Kitchen Garden is the most recent evolution – developed in recent years by Matthew Wilson. Seasonal tours led by Head Gardener Sarah Owen-Hughes and her gardens team offer insight into both the historic landscape and its modern-day stewardship, from Repton’s original vision through to the working garden of today. Within the Kitchen Garden, Head Kitchen Gardener Emma Pugh and her team grow produce for FIFTY TWO – Rudding Park’s Michelin-starred restaurant, named after the fifty-two raised beds. Beyond this, the gardens extend to alfresco dining on the Clocktower terrace and the award-winning Roof Top Spa & Garden. The grounds also provide a natural backdrop for weddings and events, with highlights such as the wisteria on Jupiter Terrace offering a ‘must-see’ moment in bloom.

Website:

https://www.ruddingpark.co.uk

Rudding Park features

Location details

Rudding Park,
Follifoot,
Harrogate,
North Yorkshire,
HG3 1JH

Directions to Rudding Park
Follow brown tourist signs. Use hotel entrance. What3words app: invent.grand.social.

Rudding Park openings

17 May 2026 Pre-booking available

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 Tea, coffee & cake.

Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: £0.00

Opening times 12:30-16:00

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Accessibility

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

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FAQs

Are payment cards accepted at Rudding Park?

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Are coaches allowed at Rudding Park?

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Rudding Park at this time.

Is Rudding Park a dog friendly garden?

Yes, dogs are welcome at Rudding Park. 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.

Are there plants available for sale?

There are no plants for sale for the time being.

Is there wheelchair access at Rudding Park?

Yes, one or more routes at Rudding Park are accessible to wheelchair users.

Is this a wildlife garden?

Rudding Park is not explicitly a wildlife garden, but you may still find various indigenous flora and fauna.

Rudding Park

Owner Info

About Rudding Park

Rudding Park features

Location details

Rudding Park openings

Refreshments Tea, coffee & cake.

Admission Adult: £6.00 Child: £0.00

Opening times 12:30-16:00

Accessibility

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Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: £0.00