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There are plenty of very beautiful gardens to visit in Devon, each one different to another.
Whether you're looking for a long stroll in gorgeous surroundings or seeking some amazing art in a natural environment or perhaps you are are a horticulturalist eager to learn more, here are our top 3 choices of the best gardens to visit in Devon:.
The 1,200-acre Dartington Hall estate is an award-winning destination in Devon which sits between Dartmoor National Park and the English Riviera coast.
It has a woodland garden with rhododendrons, azaleas and magnolias set around a series of terraces on the steep hillside. There are magnificent trees, a Japanese Garden and borders all of which are meticulously maintained. There are also historic sculptures including creations from Henry Moore.
A public display garden run by the Royal Horticultural Society in north Devon.
Today Rosemoor Garden covers 65 acres tucked into the north-east corner of the estate, it is dominated by surrounding woodlands, with a number of discrete areas where choice subjects take full advantage of the warmth and shelter offered by the south-westerly aspect and high ground to the north. It includes a visitor centre, a library, a plant centre, a shop, a restaurant and the Wisteria tearoom.
A 1920s country retreat, the garden is nestled in a coastal valley and sheltered from the elements, allowing tender and exotic plants to thrive. With sea views, woodland to walk in and formal terraces filled with colour to explore.
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