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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Updated 3 October 2026 Looking for gardens near Bath? A stay in Box puts historic gardens, specialist nurseries and woodland outings within reach. Choose a day around the planting and [&#8230;]</p>
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<div class="lh-proposed lh-story"><p class="lh-story-updated">Updated 3 October 2026</p><p>Looking for gardens near Bath? A stay in Box puts historic gardens, specialist nurseries and woodland outings within reach. Choose a day around the planting and landscapes you enjoy, then check the destination’s own website for current opening, tickets and access information.</p><h2>Historic gardens near Box</h2><h3>Great Chalfield Manor and Garden</h3><p>A medieval manor and an Arts and Crafts garden make Great Chalfield an appealing combination for lovers of houses and horticulture. Its garden includes orchards, water features and distinctive yew structures. <a href="https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wiltshire/great-chalfield-manor-and-garden/explore-great-chalfield-manor-and-garden">Plan a visit to Great Chalfield</a>.</p><h3>Iford Manor Gardens</h3><p>Harold Peto’s Italianate design gives Iford its character: terraces, columns and architectural details set among richly planted gardens in the valley. <a href="https://www.ifordmanor.co.uk/garden">Explore Iford Manor Gardens</a> and check its seasonal arrangements before travelling.</p><h3>The Courts Garden, Holt</h3><p>The Courts Garden offers another way to spend a garden-focused day in Wiltshire. Use the National Trust’s visitor information to plan your outing and check access and parking arrangements. <a href="https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wiltshire/the-courts-garden">Visit The Courts Garden</a>.</p><h2>Gardens near Bath and trees further afield</h2><h3>Prior Park Landscape Garden</h3><p>Prior Park’s Georgian landscape, views over Bath and Palladian bridge make it a different experience from a formal flower garden. <a href="https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/bath-bristol/prior-park-landscape-garden">Check Prior Park’s visitor information</a> when planning your Bath day.</p><h3>Highgrove and Westonbirt</h3><p>For a garden-led outing further afield, consider <a href="https://www.highgrovegardens.com/pages/highgrove-garden-tours">Highgrove’s organised garden tours</a>. Check available dates and booking requirements directly. For a day among trees, <a href="https://www.forestryengland.uk/westonbirt-the-national-arboretum">Westonbirt, the National Arboretum</a> is another option to explore.</p><h2>Nurseries, plants and a lunch stop</h2><p>The original Lorne House guide highlighted <a href="https://www.specialplants.net/">Special Plants at Cold Ashton</a> and <a href="https://downsidenurseries.co.uk/">Downside Nurseries</a>. Check their current opening and any garden visits or courses directly rather than relying on an old timetable.</p><p><a href="https://www.lowdengardencentre.com/">Lowden Garden Centre in Shaw</a> combines a garden-centre visit with a restaurant and café stop. It is also included in our <a href="/food-drink/">Food &amp; Drink guide</a>.</p><h2>Back at Lorne House</h2><p>After a day out, the verandah is the guest outdoor space at Lorne House. Guests do not have use of the garden. For more ideas to combine with your visit, explore <a href="/things-to-do/">Things to Do</a> and <a href="/stay-near-bath/">Stay near Bath</a>.</p><aside class="lh-story-related"><h2>Keep exploring</h2><ul><li><a href="/2020/04/14/box-walks-local-points-of-interest/">Box Walks &#038; Local Points of Interest</a></li><li><a href="/2020/08/28/hidden-box/">Hidden Box</a></li></ul><p><a href="/stories-local-guides/">All stories &amp; local guides</a></p></aside><aside class="lh-story-booking"><h2>Make Lorne House your base</h2><p>Stay in one of our <a href="/rooms/">eight en-suite bedrooms</a>, or bring everyone together for a <a href="/whole-house/">whole-house stay</a>. Check live prices and availability through our <a href="/book-direct/">Book Direct page</a>.</p><p><a class="lh-story-button" href="/book-direct/">Plan your stay</a></p></aside></div>
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