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Southbourne

Southbourne has panoramic views over Bodenham Lake SSSI to the Black Mountains and Malvern Hills. Mature herbaceous beds, shrubs and terraced lawns have been visited by returning National Garden Scheme guests for a decade. In spring, bluebells, rhododendrons, brooms and a Judas tree star.

Owner Info

  • Graham & Lavinia Sole
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About Southbourne

Originally a 2 acre, steep and uncultivated site has been extensively terraced in three phases since 1988. The gardens now have retaining walls, lawns, herbaceous and shrub beds together with a fish pond, patios and wild flower area. The woodland of 1 acre comprises young trees and shrubs (including a Columnar Pear, Scarlet Oak and Dawn Redwood). Paths and steps lead from one level to another.
Views of the SSSI (Bodenham Lake) to the Skirrid and Black mountains are seen from terraced walks and lawns.

Southbourne features

Location details

Southbourne,
Dinmore,
Hereford,
Herefordshire,
HR1 3JR

Directions to Southbourne
From Hereford on A49, turn R at bottom of Dinmore Hill towards Bodenham, gardens 1m on L. From Leominster on A49, L onto A417, 2m turn R & through Bodenham, following NGS signs to garden.

Southbourne openings

A group opening is when a number of gardens open together on the same day.

Refreshments Home-made teas at Southbourne garden.
Admission Adult: £7.50
Child: £0.00
Opening times 11:00-16:00

A group opening is when a number of gardens open together on the same day.

Refreshments Home-made teas at Southbourne garden.
Admission Adult: £7.50
Child: £0.00
Opening times 11:00-16:00

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 Southbourne at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at Southbourne. 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, Southbourne does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.

Yes. Southbourne 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.