History & Heritage

Stride out along the longest avenue of lime trees in Europe, at Clumber Park, then see if you can find a Roman Temple, a Greek Temple and a Gothic cathedral in miniature, each hidden away in 4,000 acres of gardens. Bask in the unusual microclimate of Teversal Manor, with its ornamental pond garden and vegetable maze. Learn how an industrial landscape can be transformed into a miniature Eden, at Lea Gardens, a beautiful place inspired by local industrialist John Marsden-Smedley. Cast your eyes across the great lawn of Risley Halls, a vast sweep of perfectly manicured grass punctuated by spectacular golden yews. For a more hands-on horticultural experience, enrol in the Garden School at 17th-century Coton Manor.