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Rydal Hall

Forty acres of park, woodland and gardens to explore. The formal Thomas Mawson garden has fine examples of herbaceous planting, seasonal displays and magnificent views of the Lakeland Fells. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere created in the Quiet Garden with informal planting around the pond and stunning views of the waterfalls from The Grot, the UK's first viewing station.

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Rydal Hall
Rydal Hall
Rydal Hall
Rydal Hall
Rydal Hall
Rydal Hall
Rydal Hall
Rydal Hall
Rydal Hall
Rydal Hall
Rydal Hall
Rydal Hall

About Rydal Hall

Forty acres of park, woodland and gardens to explore. The formal Thomas Mawson garden has fine examples of herbaceous planting, seasonal displays and magnificent views of the Lakeland Fells. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere created in the Quiet Garden with informal planting around the pond and stunning views of the waterfalls from The Grot, the UK's first viewing station.

Location details

Rydal Hall,
Ambleside,
Cumbria,
LA22 9LX

Directions to Rydal Hall
E from A591 at Rydal signed Rydal Hall. Bus 555, 599, X8, X55; NCR 6.

Rydal Hall openings

This garden has now completed its National Garden Scheme openings for this year.

Accessibility

  • Partial wheelchair access, top terrace only.
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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 Rydal Hall. Please get in touch with the owners for details.

Yes, dogs are welcome at Rydal Hall. 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.

Yes, one or more routes at Rydal Hall are accessible to wheelchair users.

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