Hole Park Gardens

Tucked away in the Weald of Kent, between the pretty village of Rolvenden and the charming town of Cranbrook, (www.cranbrook.org) lies Hole Park Gardens which has to be one of the best gardens in Kent. An attractively laid out, privately owned 15 acre garden, Hole Park is often referred to as a hidden gem, and there are plenty of treasures to be found within its walls and hedges.

Hole Park has been owned by the Barham family for the past four generations and is set in over 200 acres of superb classic parkland. The colourful gardens enjoy far reaching views over the hills, woods and fields of the picturesque Kentish Weald. They are a skilful mix of formal design and more naturalised planting, giving colour throughout the seasons.

The house, which is a private family home and therefore not open, was largely reconstructed in 1959 and is now little more than a quarter of its previous size. It resembles the house as it used to be before additions in the Elizabethan style were built in 1830.

Hole Park Gardens are open everyday in spring with limited opening times in summer and autumn. In spring visitors can enjoy the wonderful carpet of bluebells, daffodils, camellias, wisteria, magnolia and other spring delights. In summerthe long borders are filled with colourful herbaceous plants with the exotic border coming to life in late summer. The woodland area and gardens are also a delight in autumn with trees planted specifically with autumn colour in mind.


Hole Park Garden opening dates for 2011

All openings 11am to 6pm

Spring
3rd April to 31st May – Open daily
(including renowned bluebell season late April / early May)

PLEASE NOTE: The gardens will be closed on 28th May 2011 due to a private function

Summer
1st June to 27th October - Wednesdays & Thursdays

Autumn Sundays
9th, 16th, & 23rd October

And at all other times by appointment

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