Beth Chatto Gardens
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"Five different garden styles, all of which are a delight."
Overview
For over 50 years Beth Chatto worked on transforming acres of wasteland into beautifully landscaped gardens. Since her death in 2018, a dedicated team carries on her vision. See unusual plants grown in a variety of conditions or visit the extensive plant nursery.
Ratings & awards
VisitEngland Quality Assessed
Gold (Attraction) accolade
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Award-winning gardens - Five different garden styles which are a delight.
Plant nursery - 80% of plants for sale are grown on site.
Cafe on site - A wealth of plants available for purchase.
Well stocked nursery - A wealth of plants available for purchase.
About the area
Essex is full of pleasant surprises. It has the largest coastline of any county in England, with its fair share of castles, royal connections and scenic valleys.
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Self-Catering
The Annexe at Scarletts Cottage
- Total units: 1
- Private garden
- Sky or freeview
- Linens provided
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