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Terstan

A garden for all seasons, developed over 55 yrs into a profusely planted, contemporary cottage garden in peaceful surroundings. There is a constantly changing display in pots, starting with tulips and continuing with many unusual plants.

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About Terstan

Exuberant and colourful planting surrounded by beautiful countryside. Penny is an artist and writer and she has an eye for design, colour and texture.

Visitors will find harmony and contrast, vistas, an unusual gravel garden, a kitchen and cutting garden, and lots of plants they may never have seen before.

Terstan is surrounded by views across the River Test to the Hampshire Downs and you can sit, relax and enjoy gentle summer music in an informal setting.

Recent visitors have said:
‘An atmosphere of tranquility’ – ‘a surprise round every corner’ – ‘one of our most pleasurable outings’ – ‘loved the plant combinations’

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Website:

https://www.pennyburnfield.wordpress.com

Terstan features

Location details

Terstan,
Stockbridge,
Hampshire,
SO20 6DW

Directions to Terstan
From Stockbridge (A30) turn N to Longstock at bridge. Garden ¾m on R.

Terstan 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 Home-made teas.
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 14:00-17:00

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 Home-made teas.
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 14:00-17:00

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 Home-made teas.
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 14:00-17:00

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 Home-made teas.
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 14:00-17:00

Visit by Arrangement

This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from April to September for groups of 10+.

Please contact the garden owner to discuss your requirements and arrange a date for a group or bespoke visit.

Refreshments Light refreshments.
Admission Adult: £8.00
Child: Free

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair access with some gravel paths and steps.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Yes, coaches are accepted at Terstan. Please get in touch with the owners for details.

Yes, dogs are welcome at Terstan. 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.

Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at Terstan, please enquire with the owners for more details.

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

Yes. Terstan 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.