About The Old Rectory
The Craftsman's Wife's Garden, front and back garden inc perennial flowers and working vegetable garden. Woodturning studio with wooden household items on display, inc beautifully carved bowls and walking sticks.
The Old Rectory
The Craftsman's Wife's Garden, front and back garden inc perennial flowers and working vegetable garden. Woodturning studio with wooden household items on display, inc beautifully carved bowls and walking sticks.
Owner Info
- Peter & Jenny Thomas
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The Old Rectory features
- Cottage Garden
- Countryside Views
- Dahlias
- Dog friendly
- Plants for sale
- Roses
- Vegetable Area
- Wheelchair access
- Wildlife Garden
Location details
The Old Rectory,
nr Dorchester,
Dorset,
DT2 0PT
Directions to The Old Rectory
From Dorchester A37 Yeovil, 9m L to Evershot. From Yeovil A37 Dorchester, 7m R Evershot, follow signs. From Crewkerne A356, 1½ m after Rampisham Garage L to Rampisham.
The Old Rectory openings
A group opening is when a number of gardens open together on the same day.
Refreshments Home-made teas at Rampisham Manor by the Orangery at the back of the house.
Admission
Adult: £8.00
Child: £4.00
Opening times 12:00-17:00
Accessibility
- No information available at this time, please get in touch with the owners for details.
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Read moreFAQs
Payment is by cash only. Please get in touch with the owners for more details.
Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at The Old Rectory at this time.
Yes, dogs are welcome at The Old Rectory. 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 The Old Rectory, please enquire with the owners for more details.
Yes, one or more routes at The Old Rectory are accessible to wheelchair users.
Yes. The Old Rectory 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.