Physics such as physical science not like energy and motion which if funny because my wife, the…read morephysics teacher, wanted to go because of the name. We were not disappointed as there were so many pretty flowers and plants from around the world. We had a good time walking through the gardens and seeing all the pretty things. Plenty of good spots to take some photos. We didn't try the restaurant since we had reservations at Ramsay but it smelled good.

Not really psychic, and they didn't explain the name in the tour…read more Despite that and the relatively small size, this is a pretty jam packed garden, but it's also a little expensive for its size, but the location is pretty convenient.

Michelham Priory House & Gardens England's longest medieval…read morewater filled moat surrounds the site which dates back to 1229. Explore Michelham's fascinating 800 year history, from its foundation by Augustinian canons, through the destruction caused by the dissolution of the monasteries in Tudor times and into its later life as a country house. This picturesque island offers a great day out for the family. The Tudor mansion includes: - Interactive Victorian kitchen - WWII evacuee bedroom - Tudor kitchen - Prior's room - Undercroft Additional highlights: - 7 acres of grounds with kitchen garden, physic and medieval herb garden - working watermill and forge - interactive medieval gallery in the 14th century gatehouse - replica Bronze Age roundhouse - children's play area - trails, dressing up and hands-on activities throughout the house - café and gift shop - regular events throughout the year . A brilliant day out had a really good time it was their ww2 weekend lots of military vehicles people dressed up like 1930s and 1940s wartime singing songs like who do you think you are kidding mr hitler run rabbit run. Even the cafe had a wartime menu . A really good day out 10/10 loved it

This is proper old English heritage at it's best. Nestled away in the countryside not too far from…read moreLewes, the priory has a lot to offer. The river Arun has been diverted to enclose the estate in a picturesque moat that has a lot of fish in it. Sadly, you can't boat on it for safety reasons, but it still creates a great initial impression when you arrive and have to cross the moat to the gatehouse. You can explore the gatehouse, but sadly there are no exhibits in here anymore. The main priory is an interesting building and throughout there are a number of volunteers who act as free guides to talk you through the history of the building. I would recommend getting them to show you the mechanics of the kitchen fires, secret passage and inform you of the general history of the priory. They are all very friendly and have a wealth of interesting information at their disposal. Much better than listening to a headset, or reading off an information placard. Aside from the house, there is a working black smithy and rope museum to investigate, a cafe, gift shop and extensive grounds to explore. This includes a apothecary garden where they grow a wide range of herbs and plants used for medicine in times before the scientific revolution. Further investigation will lead you to a charming walled vegetable garden complete with a trellised vine network. It's best to see this in the summer when all is in full swing. The grounds are laid out in a number of walks and you can enjoy a very nice picnic by following the routes. One of these leads to a 14 century roundhouse project where they have recreated a number of traditional huts. Kids will love this. The estate also hosts a number of events in the summer period including medieval reenactments, plays and concerts. The website will detail these. Also, be aware that the opening times are seasonal and you should ensure that the priory is open before making your trip. One final addition to the day is a trip around the working watermill and you can even volunteer to work there for an afternoon and get a hands on experience of how to mill flour. All in all a very nice day out and this should be a designated trip on any summer itinerary in the area.

Beautiful nature, wonderful views and a well maintained park. The cost can be a bit much without a…read moremembership but it's worth it: a great experience all around.

Wisley is amazing and gorgeous. I cannot imagine the amount…read moreof water they must use to keep the gardens looking so glorious. Important in the summer heat: take the complimentary shuttle to the top and walk down. You'll be so glad you did. Ask at the entrance where to catch it and it'll drop you at the top by the new building. Staggering up in the pounding heat is miserable. Climbing to the roof, anticipating a breathtaking view is pointless if it's summer. Do it after the leaves have fallen or you'll get a big fat view of tree, as well as heatstroke. (The lift was broken today.) Well worth it.

The botanic gardens here aren't huge, but they're fun and relaxing. There are some nice strolls…read morearound the grounds, plus interesting greenhouses with a large variety of flowers and greenery to enjoy. The admission is slightly steep for what you get, but worth at least one visit.

Lovely. This…read moregarden is charmingly well laid-out and really genuinely inviting. The gift shop is full of lovely little items and there is a cafe. The feel in the gardens is really restful. That having been said, the plants are well-labelled and the displays are really informative.

Most people, when visiting Avebury, just go to see the prehistoric standing stones and then leave…read more This is a pity, as there is a lot more of this tiny village than the (admittedly UNESCO world heritage) standing stones. Just outside the stones, behind the church, is Avebury Manor. This comprises the Manor house itself, the surrounding gardens, a Dovecote, the Alexander Keiller museum (separate charge) and a 17th century barn and a former farmyard block. The manor house was built in the early 16th century, with later additions. Like the stone circle, these are all in the care of the National Trust. The rooms in the manor house were restored a decade or so ago, as part of a television series produced by the BBC, called "The Manor Reborn". Each of the rooms is decorated and furnished with restored or re-created furniture, to reflect a different period in the life of the house. There is a Tudor dining room and bedroom; the Queen Anne bedroom (she reputedly stayed here); a Georgian styled dining room; the early 20th century billiard room, library and kitchen; and the 1930s lounge. The lounge reflects the period when it was home to the wealthy archaeologist Alexander Keiller, who was responsible for the excavation and restoration of the stones in the 1930s. Unlike many properties run by the National Trust, Avebury Manor encourages a hands-on experience - you can sit on and touch the furniture, play billions on the billiard table, and generally enjoy being in the house. We found this a very refreshing change, enhance by the really lovely volunteer staff on hand. We could not have been made more welcome. Afterwards, do not miss the gardens, the formal garden, kitchen garden and topiary garden are all charming and afford some lovely photographic opportunities. Our only disappointment was the museum (we are members, so did not have to pay, but it is charged separately from the house). We found this a bit disappointing, although it does include the story of the restoration of the stones and there are some archaeological finds exhibited. Afterwards, don't miss going in the barn, which houses a veteran touring car. We visited the café (in the farmyard buildings) afterwards, and had a very nice orange and poppyseed cake and chocolate brownie with tea. I personally find that that National Trust cafés can be a little bit hit and miss, but this one was a hit largely because of the very charming staff. There is parking for those with disabled badges in the village, about a five minute walk from Avebury Manor itself. For everyone else, the main car park is situated about half a mile away, on the A4361 road between Beckhampton and Avebury.

Gorgeous surroundings and relaxed atmosphere. Very spiritual place. We went to the café/restaurant…read morewhich was nice, but the manager was very cold to us and spoke down to his staff (I presume he was as he was the manager as he was the only one not in uniform) The barn was great and a lovely walk through the gardens. Fantastic location. Thoroughly recommend.

This is quite simply the best garden I have ever visited. As a trained horticulturalist and a…read morelifetime gardener I have been to dozens of gardens across the UK and Great Dixter stands head and shoulders above 95% of them. One or two are very good but this place is awesome! the setting of course, adds superb theatre to the place but the sheer vibrant, luxuriant, generous content of the place is something to behold. We visited in July and the whole garden was billowing out to greet us in wave after wave of colour, scent and form. Many of the smaller garden areas would make fabulous small urban gardens as they stand but linked together the whole place is magical. I cannot reccomend it enough. Go now! p.s. there's a small cafe there too.

Sumptuous gardens, affiliated to Kew Gardens and in many respects superior to them. Great variety…read moreof habitats. The seeds Bank itself warrants the visit.

Hidden along the Inner Circle of Regent's Park is a secret. It's the hidden Garden of St. John's…read moreLodge. Between a couple of hedges, there's a half open gate which might imply that it's a private garden. Far from it, this is completely open to the public. But good luck finding it! Through the aforementioned gate, down a path and around a turn, there it is. A perfect English garden. No one quite knows as much about these gardens as an Englishman! Even quieter and more sedate than a walk through Regent's Park, you would hardly know that you're here in the capital of one of the largest cities in Europe. There are no sirens here. No buses going past. No loud motorcycles. Just peace and quiet. A small slice of heaven. Perfectly manicured grass, plants that have been cared for and a shady spot where you can sit and reflect. I love it. If only I could find it again!

The Garden of St. John's Lodge is so beautiful. It is hidden away and can be accessed from the…read moreinner circle of Regent's Park. It reminds me of a secret garden because of it's quiet and serene nature that seems to be untouched. You enter through a iron gate and stroll along under arches above covered in green that leads you into a beautiful English garden. This is a wonderful place to go to relax and absorb the beautiful surroundings.

I wish I had planned a bit better because it took so long to get over to Kew Gardens and it's…read morereally beauty that needs about a half day to walk around in, so we ended up having to cancel our plans to see a second play to fully enjoy it. Don't buy your Kew Gardens tickets through Get Your Guide. You have to wait in the same line as purchasing regular tickets so it saves you no time and actually costs you more time than just buying them through their website. You're able to bring in food and water, which is fantastic if you're planning to stop by Ginger Pig and make a picnic out of it, which we did. The space is really pretty and their hot houses are delightful so make sure to bring your walking shoes and enjoy yourself!

This was a beautiful opportunity to get close to nature and enjoy quality time with my family where…read morethere was something for everyone. Kew Gardens- yeah I know - Metropolitan Ave, right between Forest Hills and Richmond Hill/Jamaica and 22 minutes from New York city; well this is the original, the Kew Gardens 22 minutes from London in the United Kingdom with a 22 pound( that's 30 dollars US )admission for adults and $8 US equivalent for kids up to age 15 , which I thought was awesome and so worth it. What we enjoyed - 37 acres of nature- wildflowers, tall grasses and beautiful trees. Shaded walkways as we witnessed gorgeous butterflies and dragonflies in their natural habitat. Comfy shoes please!!!!!!!! Suggestion- hire a tour guide for 20 pounds for the group ( that's $26 US) - worth it as they know which sites are popular, busy and their knowledge about the history of the trees and flowers is precious. Maximize your time here!!!! Then on to the Alpine House where we loved seeing some of the most resilient plants in an Artic induced environment. The best part of the day - the Hive - a recreation of a real beehive with the real sound that is 63 feet high( photo) with over 1500 LED lights and music symphony responding to the sounds in C- the very key the bees buzz in. You have to also get to the top of the 160 feet Great Pagoda for some nice photos. Thank you Kew Gardens for being open year round and having so much for the grandkids who are still buzzing ( fun pun) about it. You will need the full day to experience every awesome aspect here. They are open from 10-7.( The Hive closes at 6). Please buy your tickets online to save time. Furthermore get the subway or tube day or 3 day pass to avoid the lines or US credit card processing delays at the machines at the stations. Public transportation especially the tube or subway here in London is absolutely stellar. Parking here is crazy and expensive. So yes take the tube or taxis are $68-70 from Central London. Great day here! Fully recommend Kew Gardens as a must stop.