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Shortgrove Manor Farm

A 6½ acre garden set in mature landscape around a Grade II listed C15 Farmhouse. Formal gardens inc a sunken garden with pond, rose-covered pergola, terraces, fountain, Orangery and topiary specimens. There is also a wild area and derelict orchard. Shortgrove Manor Farm is home to The National Citrus Collection. The citrus are on display outside during the summer months.

Owner Info

  • Helen & David Barlow
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Shortgrove Manor Farm
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Shortgrove Manor Farm
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Shortgrove Manor Farm
Shortgrove Manor Farm
Shortgrove Manor Farm
Shortgrove Manor Farm
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Shortgrove Manor Farm
Shortgrove Manor Farm
Shortgrove Manor Farm
Shortgrove Manor Farm
Shortgrove Manor Farm

About Shortgrove Manor Farm

A 6.5 acre garden set in mature landscape around a Grade II listed 15th Century Farmhouse (not open). Split into formal gardens including sunken garden with pond, rose-covered pergola, terraces, fountain, small orangery and topiary specimens. Also a wild area and derelict orchard which is being tackled by the current owners!
Shortgrove Manor Farm is home to The National Citrus Collection. The citrus are on display outside during the summer months.

Location details

Shortgrove Manor Farm,
Dunstable,
Bedfordshire,
LU6 2PQ

Directions to Shortgrove Manor Farm
If using SatNav, please do not follow the postcode. Entrance is on Buckwood Ln. What3words app: jeeps.best.legal.

Shortgrove Manor Farm 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 Tea, coffee & cake.
Admission Adult: £7.00
Child: Free
Opening times 11:00-16:00

Accessibility

  • There are many steps and uneven surfaces which are not wheelchair accessible. Sorry, no dogs as this is a working farm with dogs and animals present.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Shortgrove Manor Farm at this time.

Sorry, no dogs are allowed in the garden at this time.

There are no plants for sale for the time being.

Sorry, Shortgrove Manor Farm does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.

Yes. Shortgrove Manor Farm 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.