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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.

Rydal Hall features

  • 1927 Garden
  • Autumn Colours
  • Bed & Breakfast Available
  • Coaches Allowed
  • Countryside Views
  • Daffodils
  • Dahlias
  • Dog friendly
  • Historical Garden
  • Refreshments
  • Tulips
  • Wheelchair access

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

You can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Light refreshments in tea shop on site.
Admission Adult: Admission by Donation
Child: Free
Opening times 09:00-16:00

You can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Light refreshments in tea shop on site.
Admission Adult: Admission by Donation
Child: Free
Opening times 09:00-16:00

Accessibility

  • Partial wheelchair access, top terrace only.
  • Share this garden

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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.