Exbury Gardens
The Rothschild family's woodland garden, famed for a world-class rhododendron collection, with a miniature steam train that runs through the grounds.
Exbury Gardens was begun in 1919 by Lionel de Rothschild and covers about 80 hectares. It is world-renowned for its collection of rhododendrons and azaleas, with the most spectacular display from late April to May. In autumn, the maples and swamp cypresses turning red are equally striking. A miniature steam train runs a 20-minute loop around the grounds, and there are also a rock garden, ponds and a walking path along the Beaulieu River. The garden is generally open from mid-March to early November. Adult admission is about £15–20, and it is about 4 km from Bucklers Hard.
Opening hours
Approx. mid-Mar–early Nov 10:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Buckler's Hard
- Lepe Country Park
- Beaulieu (National Motor Museum, Palace House & Abbey)
- Hatchet Pond
- Calshot Castle
- New Forest Wildlife Park
- Lymington
- Brockenhurst