Wander in a dramatic sunken former stone quarry, a surprising garden at the top of a hill above the seaside town of Swanage. Stone terraces with many unusual shrubs and grasses form beautiful patterns of colour and foliage attracting butterflies and bees. Pieces of mediaeval London Bridge lurk in the walls. Steps have elegant handrails. WC available.
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This is a lovely mid Summer garden, with hummingbird hawkmoths in late Summer amongst the many tall scented flowers and foliage. Display of cacti and airplants.
Featured in RHS The Garden magazine.
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Exceptionally wide range of plants inc cacti and airplants.
The Hollow,
Swanage,
Swanage,
Dorset,
BH19 2EA
Directions to The Hollow, Swanage
From town follow signs to Durlston Country Park. At top of hill turn R at red postbox into Bon Accord Rd. 4th turn R into Newton Rd.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
This garden opens for By Arrangement visits for groups of up to 30.
Please contact the garden owner to discuss your requirements and arrange a date for a group or bespoke visit.
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Read moreYes, cashless payment is accepted.
Yes, coaches are accepted at The Hollow, Swanage. Please get in touch with the owners for details.
Yes, dogs are welcome at The Hollow, Swanage. 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, The Hollow, Swanage does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.
Yes. The Hollow, Swanage 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.
