Hole Park Gardens
Rolvenden, Kent/Sussex border
Image: Hole ParkHole Park is a family-owned garden near Rolvenden, cared for by the same family since 1911, with 16 acres of formal and wild gardens set in 200 acres of parkland in the High Weald. It is famous for its spring bluebell walk, magnolias, wisteria and azaleas, followed by summer borders and a woodland blaze of autumn colour. It suits garden lovers, families and dog owners, with a Coach House tearoom for lunch.
Highlights
- Bluebell woods and wild garlic in spring
- Wisteria, rhododendron and azalea displays
- Hole Park Blue agapanthus in late summer
- Autumn colour in the woodland garden
- Coach House tearoom serving teas and light lunches
Good to know
- Dogs are welcome on short leads
- Online tickets must be booked before midnight the day before
- Picnics are only allowed at the car park benches
- Charity, NGS and special event days have different pricing
Getting there
Hole Park Gardens, Benenden Road, Rolvenden, Cranbrook, Kent, TN17 4JA
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