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Southbourne & Pine Lodge

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 NGS guests for a decade. In spring, bluebells, rhododendrons, brooms and a Judas tree star. Pine Lodge is a woodland of over two acres, with extensive paths, featuring most of England's native trees is accessed from Southbourne.

Owner Info

  • Graham & Lavinia Sole & Frank Ryding
Southbourne & Pine Lodge
Southbourne & Pine Lodge
Southbourne & Pine Lodge
Southbourne & Pine Lodge
Southbourne & Pine Lodge
Southbourne & Pine Lodge
Southbourne & Pine Lodge
Southbourne & Pine Lodge
Southbourne & Pine Lodge
Southbourne & Pine Lodge
Southbourne & Pine Lodge
Southbourne & Pine Lodge
Southbourne & Pine Lodge
Southbourne & Pine Lodge
Southbourne & Pine Lodge
Southbourne & Pine Lodge
Southbourne & Pine Lodge
Southbourne & Pine Lodge

About Southbourne & Pine Lodge

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.
PINE LODGE: A woodland of over 2 acres, with extensive paths, featuring most of England’s native trees plus some unusual oaks, on a south-facing slope with a stunning view over Bodenham Lake towards the Herefordshire countryside and the Black Mountains. The emphasis is on tree history and folklore. Ideal for picnics or just to sit and enjoy the shady tranquillity.

Location details

Southbourne & Pine Lodge,
Hereford,
Herefordshire,
HR1 3JR

Directions to Southbourne & Pine Lodge
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 & Pine Lodge openings

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

Accessibility

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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Southbourne & Pine Lodge at this time.

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

Yes. Southbourne & Pine Lodge 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.