About The Down House
Snowdrop image courtesy of Nicola Stocken.
The Down House
A 2 acre garden laid out in rooms overlooking the Itchen Valley, adjoining the Pilgrim's Way. In winter come and see garden structure, snowdrops, aconites and crocus, plus borders of dogwoods, willow stems and white birches. In summer, a terrace of agapanthus and succulents, pleached hornbeams, rope-lined fountain garden, formal box-edged potager, a yew lined avenue and walks in adjoining meadows.
Owner Info
- Jackie & Mark Porter
- [email protected]
- 07814 958810
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The Down House features
- Cashless
- Children Very Welcome
- Countryside Views
- Groups Welcome
- Refreshments
- Snowdrops
- Tours Welcome
- Wheelchair access
Location details
The Down House,
Itchen Abbas,
Hampshire,
SO21 1AX
Directions to The Down House
5th house on R after the Itchen Abbas village sign, if coming on B3047 from Kings Worthy. 500 metres on L after The Plough pub if coming on B3047 from Alresford.
The Down House 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: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 14:00-17:00
Accessibility
- No information available at this time, please get in touch with the owners for details.
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Read moreFAQs
Yes, cashless payment is accepted.
Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at The Down House at this time.
Sorry, no dogs are allowed in the garden at this time.
There are no plants for sale for the time being.
Yes, one or more routes at The Down House are accessible to wheelchair users.
The Down House is not explicitly a wildlife garden, but you may still find various indigenous flora and fauna.