Opening Times
The gardens are open daily throughout the year. The Reception desk is open from April to October, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Visitor Amenities
 Volunteer Wardens are present in Reception from Easter to the
end of October to welcome visitors and gardeners work throughout the year.
In Reception there is a display area featuring exhibits on such things as climate, soils and plant trials conducted by the Society. The feature of the 2006 display is The History of our Walled Garden.
In the season on Wednesday mornings at 11.00 a.m. there are guided walks through the gardens for small parties.
Coach parties are welcome but it is essential to book in advance. They are met at the entrance to the drive by guides, who, like the rest of the wardens and gardeners are
purely voluntary and therefore need prior notice. There is no charge for the guide service which provides a friendly commentary and local knowledge as well as knowledge of the gardens.
Most of the Walled Garden is accessible to disabled visitors, who may find it easier to enter through the North gate. Much of the heather and winter gardens as well as the
National Collection of Astilbe can be viewed from the main drive which has a gentle incline. Please note, however, that the rockery slopes are steep and not suitable for wheelchairs.
There are toilet facilities, including a toilet for the disabled.
Dogs, except support dogs, are not allowed in the gardens
Admission Charges
Admission and parking is free, but donations are welcome.
How to Find Us
From the A591 Windermere to Ambleside Road, turn right at the mini-roundabaout on to the A592, signposted to Ullswater via the Kirkstone Pass. Holehird Gardens are 1 mile
along this road, just past St. Anne's School.
Visitors from the north please note that the directions given by Google and other online mapping sites may direct you via the tiny Dodd's Lane to the north of Holehird.
Please ignore these directions and stay on the A592 until you see the signposts for Holehird Gardens.
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