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The Thatched Cottage

Hidden behind a C16 thatched cottage is an enticing 1½ acre garden. Colourful pots welcome you onto the terrace and four ducks await on the pond. Mature beds burst with cottage garden plants and shrubs. Raised beds are filled with vegetables. Walk through the newly built pergola covered in roses and clematis to a gypsy caravan which sits in a peaceful area of shrub roses and mature specimen trees.

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About The Thatched Cottage

Hidden behind the 16th century cottage lies a 1½ acre, sheltered south facing garden which “encourages exploration”. Close by the house is an Alitex greenhouse which is used for propagation of plants for the garden.

The terrace is furnished with overflowing pots, a pond with a waterfall provides the sound of running water. Four lovely call ducks roam around the lawns. Borders bursting with colour surround the main lawn which then leads through clipped hollies into another area with a small greenhouse, raised vegetable beds, and a pergola smothered with roses, clematis, honeysuckle and wisteria. There are several stunning specimen trees. More roses grow here and a restored gypsy caravan (complete with crystal ball and guard dog!!). Fully accessible by wheelchair after a short gravel drive.

Tables are under cover in the garden whilst you enjoy delicious cakes and tea.

The Thatched Cottage features

Location details

The Thatched Cottage,
Alton,
Hampshire,
GU34 3EG

Directions to The Thatched Cottage
From A32, take road to Upper Farringdon. At top of the hill turn L into Church Rd, follow round corner, past Masseys Folly (large red brick building) & we are the 1st house on the R.

The Thatched Cottage openings

You can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Home-made teas. Refreshments & plants in aid of Cardiac Rehab.
Admission Adult: £7.00
Child: Free
Opening times 14:00-17:30

You can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Home-made teas. Refreshments & plants in aid of Cardiac Rehab.
Admission Adult: £7.00
Child: Free
Opening times 14:00-17:30

You can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Home-made teas. Refreshments & plants in aid of Cardiac Rehab.
Admission Adult: £7.00
Child: Free
Opening times 14:00-17:30

Visit by Arrangement

This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from May to 1 September for groups of between 15 and 40.

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

Refreshments Home-made teas.
Admission Adult: £7.00
Child: Free

Accessibility

  • Fully accessible by wheelchair after a short gravel drive.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

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

Yes, dogs are welcome at The Thatched Cottage. 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 Thatched Cottage, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Yes, one or more routes at The Thatched Cottage are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. The Thatched Cottage 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.