Gardens to visit in Hertfordshire

5 Best gardens in Hertfordshire to visit near near Welwyn Garden City and St Albans.
The County of Hertfordshire is home to some fine historic houses and Manor Houses. The image above is of the 'Tudor Gothic' style Knebworth House.

Historic Houses

Benington Lordship Garden, near Stevenage

Hertfordshire, Benington Lordship Garden garden for all seasons including brilliant snowdrop displays and winter walks. Spring follows with swathes of scillas, daffodils, and fritillaries, before the summer glory of the roses and spectacular double herbaceous borders.

Church Gardens Harefield

Middlesex, Church Gardens is a family run restoration project consisting of three acres of historic walled gardens that have been drawn back from the brink of dereliction!

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Gotha Gardens at Pembroke Farm near Ashwell

Hertfordshire

Pembroke Farm has a garden full of surprises including cottage garden borders and over 150 rose specimens.

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Hatfield House Gardens

Hertfordshire, Dating from the 17th century, the gardens at Hatfield House have evolved into a gardener’s paradise. Formal and wilderness gardens, delightful in spring with bluebells and daffodils, are open throughout the season. House also open

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RHS Partner Garden

Knebworth House and Gardens

Hertfordshire, The historic Knebworth House and Gardens cover 28 acres. Popular features of the 28 acres, and include a maze, the organically run walled kitchen garden, the Gertrude Jekyll Herb Garden, Garden Rooms, Rose Garden, Fountains, Statues, Park. House also open

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National Trust

Shaw's Corner and Garden near Welwyn (National Trust)

Kertfordshire, Discover the country home and garden of one of Britain's most famous playwrights George Bernard Shaw. The gardens extend to 3.5 acres and include an orchard and wildflower meadow. The Arts and Crafts House and revolving writing shed is a must visit.

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