Great Chalfield Manor & Garden, near Melksham

History - Great Chalfield Manor and Gardens  The moated Manor House was built  around 1465 and fully restored in 1905. The gardens were designed by Alfred Parsons RA, PRWS in 1905-1912 with an Arts and Crafts influence. The Garden  layout is comparable to Great Dixter in Sussex with similar hard landscaping.

What to see at Great Chalfield

• Patsy Floyd and her team have made excellent progress in in the garden, which can now be considered one of the best in Wiltshire.
• The gardens surround the property and at the back lead down to a spring fed moat and fishpond.
• There are some very colourful borders in many parts of the garden and you will also notice the unusual Yew Topiary pavilions in the form of houses - but without windows.
• Autumn borders extend the season into October.
• The orchard leading down to the lower moat is kept for wild flowers and overall the garden has a calming romantic atmosphere.
• In February the gardens have an open day for snowdrops and hellebores
• There are guided tours of the historic Manor House which are well worth  doing.
• All Saints' Church, close to the front of the house, is a small church dating from the 14th century and is normally open.

Great Chalfield - Drama, TV, Film location

• Poldark
• Tess of the D'Urbervilles
• Wolf Hall
• Persuasion
• Wives and Daughters

Great Chalfield Manor - National Trust Opening Times - see latest information by visiting website.
Wheelchair access to the garden is possible on two levels to avoid flights of steps. Partial disabled access in the house in Hall & Dining Room only, a photo album of upper rooms is available
Snowdrops - normally open for charity  February - check website for details

When is the best time to visit?
There is something to see in every season from April to October
Is Great Chalfield National Trust?
Yes - entrance is free to members
Are dogs allowed?
Dogs are not allowed in the grounds

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