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It is now run as a charity under the remit of horticulture, conservation, education and recreation. Sir harold hillier gardens, hampshire summer, this time. Cheese and chilli festival within 3 miles of city centre. A romantic house and gallery set in beautiful riverside gardens, managed by the national trust. Sir harold hillier gardens, romsey, hampshire meetings. The sir harold hillier gardens flickr group is in no way affiliated with the sir harold hillier gardens.
Established in 1953 by the distinguished plantsman sir harold hillier, the magnificent collection of over 42,000 plants from temperate regions around the world grow in a variety of superb themed landscapes set over 180acres of rolling hampshire countryside. The arboretum was established in 1953 by the late sir harold hillier hilliers nursery aimed at the time to offer for sale every cultivar of every tree or shrub that was hardy in the british isles. From 19 july to 3 september, cicely mary barkers much loved creations will feature in sir harold hillier gardens spectacular childrens trail. Spectacular spring gardens sir harold hillier, hampshire.
The 10 closest hotels to sir harold hillier gardens. Using your 2for1 card at sir harold hillier gardens one free entry with one fullpaying adult before setting off check the gardens website or call direct, as opening details can. This beautiful photographic guide is a perfect introduction, packed with captivating facts on the history of these award winning gardens. Hillier garden centre only open from wednesday may if you have a forthcoming booking with us, please contact us. Sir harold hillier gardens, whats on january to june 2016 by. Meetings the sir harold hillier gardens is a 180 acre garden paradise of flourishing, exotic plants and trees of seemingly endless variety.
A video made back in the 90s for the winter garden project, great archive piece. New restaurant to take root at sir harold hillier gardens. Sir harold hillier gardens, whats on january to june 2016. The sir harold hillier gardens is famous throughout the world for its phenomenal collection of woody plants, probably the biggest in europe, and maybe the biggest in the world. Gardens for all seasons sir harold hillier gardens and. Ladeana hillier, american biomedical engineer and computational biologist, one of the earliest scientists involved in the human genome project. Get more information from the official sir harold hillier gardens website uk garden paradise sir harold hillier. The garden was established in 1953 by the distinguished plantsman sir harold hillier. The sir harold hillier gardens gardening learning with. Expedia has a wide range of information about sir harold hillier gardens whether its about nearby hotels, flights or local attractions in sir harold hillier gardens. Broadlands romsey 2020 all you need to know before you go.
An earlier hillier work of horticulturalhistorical comparison is sir harold hillier, desmond clarke, roy lancaster, and p. Established in 1953 by the distinguished plantsman sir harold hillier, this award winning garden currently holds 14 national plant collections, making it one of the worlds most important plant collections. Sir harold hillier gardens 2for1 entry bbc gardeners. Harold hillier gardens cabbages and tiaras travel blog. Scamper along wooden bridges keeping your eyes peeled for. Open all year, the gardens offers beauty and inspiration throughout the seasons. Sir harold hillier gardens romsey gardens britains.
Sir harold hillier gardens hampshire county council. Crafted from a medieval priory, it is full of surprises, with art that. Oct 22, 2012 subtle colours in the bog garden at the sir harold hillier gardens the 180acre site was once home to sir harold hillier, a passionate plant collector, who lived in the heart of the grounds in jermyns house. The arboretum was given to hampshire county council in 1977 to be managed as a charitable trust. Sir harold hillier arboretum and gardens, southampton.
Sir harold hillier gardens if youre a gardener and a lover of plants then a visit to the sir harold hillier gardens is a real treat. Visit sir harold hillier gardens on your trip to romsey. The gurkha museum takes you on a journey of discovery through the. Now that the alphabet fairies have gone, we are selling their lovely thrones. Gardners catalog of plants, hillier manual of trees and shrubs 1972, an inspiration for the present publication.
Sir harold hillier gardens tea roomcoffee shop in romsey. A mobility scooter and wheelchair service is available prebook in advance. Anniversary books launch offers insight into hillier. Sir harold hillier gardens, romsey, hampshire meetings the. These 180 acre muchloved gardens, run as a charity, provide breathtaking beauty and tranquillity throughout the. Over many years he assembled a remarkable collection, in the aim to bring together the most. Outstanding 180 acre garden for all seasons including 250m centenary border, hydrangea walk, azalea woodland, winter garden, himalayan valley and more. Harold hillier historical records and family trees. Sir harold hillier gardens garden in romsey, test valley. Hotels near sir harold hillier gardens, romsey on tripadvisor.
A must have for all visitors to sir harold hillier gardens. English horticulturist who founded an arboretum in hampshire. The gardens are located 5 km 3 mi northeast of the town of romsey in hampshire, england, and were formerly known simply as the hillier arboretum, founded by nurseryman harold hillier in june 1953 when he acquired jermyns house and its grounds. A selection are on display under our entrance awning, first come first served no reservations. Jul 23, 2017 sir harold hillier was born in 1905, the son of edwin hillier, who was a world authority on conifers, and whose own father edwin had opened a small florist and nursery in winchester, in 1864. Sir harold hillier gardens is just one of the many highlights you can arrange to see using our. Among its outstanding features are the splendour of the seasonal planting displays of trees and shrubs set in 180 acres. In fact they have just won their 71st consecutive gold medal at the rhs chelsea flower show so it goes without saying they really know what they are. The arboretum was established in 1953 by the late sir harold hillier hilliers nursery aimed at the time to offer for sale every cultivar of. Anniversary books launch offers insight into hillier nursery. These are art pieces and would need to be placed carefully and used under supervision if in use by children. Due to coronavirus, sir harold hillier gardens is closed and all events are cancelled until further notice. The sir harold hillier gardens is a charitable trust registered charity 274737 with remit in horticulture. A new restaurant at a popular tourist attraction in romsey is set to take root this year as part of a.
From the beginning sir harold regarded his arboretum as his contribution to future generations, to increase their knowledge of plants and to provide enjoyment. History in 1953 the distinguished plantsman, sir harold hillier established the gardens and arboretum. The gardens were listed as grade ii on the national register of historic parks and gardens in 1997. Sir harold george hillier 19051985, english horticulturist, founder and namesake of sir harold hillier gardens. Plan your visit to sir harold hillier gardens hampshire. Sir harold hillier gardens romsey gardens britains finest. Sir harold hillier gardens visitor centre and plant centre. Gardens and an arboretum planted from the 1950s onwards by sir harold hillier, plantsman of worldrenown. At hillier garden centre braishfield, located in the grounds of sir harold hillier gardens, you will find a fabulous plant area.
The plants, the people, the passion by jean hillier outhouse publishing. Open daily from 10am this beautiful garden is fantastic all year round and perfect for all the family to enjoy. Please tag pictures with sir harold hillier gardens or shhg. A visit to the gurkha museum and the sir harold hillier gardens. Sir harold hillier gardens places to go lets go with. Throughout 2020, sir harold hillier gardens, jermyns lane, will be. He was very much hands on with the planning and planting of the gardens until he died in 1985. Sir harold hillier gardens, romsey, hampshire archive.
Inside the centre, find a great selection of garden and home items. This took the form of a double book launch, a scrummy lunch and a tour of the gardens, plus a side trip to one of the nurseries. Sir harold hillier was knighted in 1983, just two years before his death at age 80 in 1985. The museum in winchester is the largest of the three and on 31 january 20, an educational visit was organised to the gurkha museum and the sir harold hillier gardens by cpl surendra gurung. Sir harold hillier gardens and arboretum, ampfield. Established in 1953 by the distinguished plantsman sir harold hillier, the gardens currently hold one of the worlds most important plant collections and offers tranquillity whatever the season. Sir harold hillier was born into horticulture and from an early age spent his childhood building an encyclopaedic knowledge of the plant world. Sir harold hillier gardens is famous for its 180 acre gardens and arboretum. Sir harold hillier gdns the sir harold hillier gardens is an arboretum comprising 72 hectares accommodating over 42,000 trees and shrubs in about 12,000 taxa, notably a collection of oaks, camellia, magnolia and rhododendron. Telegraph subscribers can claim twoforone entry to sir harold hillier gardens and to many other gardens featured in tony russells book, gardens to visit 2010. Sir harold hillier gardens holiday inn salisburystonehenge.
But if youre likely to visit more than a couple of times, its worth buying an annual pass for. Over the many years he assembled a remarkable collection, in the aim to bring together the most comprehensive and unrivalled collection of trees, shrubs and hard hardy plants in the uk. Facilities include onsite parking and disabled access and toilets. Archive footage held by focus business communications, southampton, uk this is. Anniversary books launch offers insight into hillier nurserys history.
For a wonderful day out that has something for every member of the family, plan a visit to the famous and awardwinning sir harold hillier gardens near romsey. In 1977 sir harold left the gardens under the sole trusteeship of hampshire county council. What could be more fun than slipping on a pair of fairy wings and exploring one of the countys most beautiful gardens. Despite his distinguished work, he documented little of it, and his main published work was hilliers manual of trees and shrubs 1972. There are three gurkha museums one is located in winchester the other two being in nepal. None listed see when people check in people tend to check in during these times. Started as the private collection of the late sir harold hillier it is now in the care of hampshire county council, responsible for its extension and development since. Sir harold hillier arboretum and gardens photos facebook. Romsey sir harold hillier gardens sir harold hillier gardens, jermyns lane, romsey, so51 0qa. It has a collection of more than 12,000 taxa of wild and cultivated woody plants set in 73ha 180 acres, totalling 42,000 plants. Classic vehicles in the garden at sir harold hillier gardens a collection of classic vehicles owned by members of the test valley motor enthusiasts will be on display in sir harold hillier gardens this may spring bank holiday. The quality range includes a number of interesting varieties on display in the gardens.
The sir harold hillier gardens is an arboretum comprising 72 hectares accommodating over 42,000 trees and shrubs in about 12,000 taxa, notably a collection of oaks, camellia, magnolia and rhododendron. Gardens england hampshire sir harold hillier gardens and arboretum a large arboretum founded by the famous nurseryman. In 1952, he purchased jermyns house, an 18th century manor house surrounded by 40 acres of fertile land. Aug 09, 2014 at the end of the manual is a bit of history about the sir harold hillier gardens. Follow our social media channels for the latest news. Sir harold hillier gardens, romsey, hampshire is suitable for weddings, business meetings and family parties. Ushop 3 welcome the magnificent 180 acre sir harold hillier gardens is world famous for its arboretum and gardens. Official sir harold hillier gardens souvenir guide book. This friendly local romsey club has been established for over 40 years. Ancient trees, bubbling brooks and rolling lawns frame this lovely old house. Thinking of planning a city break to sir harold hillier gardens.
His own collection, the hillier arboretum, at ampfield near romsey, was presented as a gift to hampshire county council in 1977. October should provide spectacular autumn colour from the diverse collection of hardy trees and shrubs it is home to 14 national collections, over 500 champion trees and 42,000 plants from around the world. In 1953 the distinguished plantsman, sir harold hillier established the gardens and arboretum. Apr 27, 2014 i had the good fortune recently to be invited to the sir harold hillier gardens in hampshire to help them celebrate hillier s 150th birthday. Sir harold hillier gardens is home to one of the most important modern plant collections in the world. Harold hillier 1905 1985 harold hillier in biographical summaries of notable people harold hillier was born on january 2 1905. For more information on the harold hillier arboretum, call 01794 369317318 or visit hants. The gardens have the largest winter garden in europe, with an impressive display of witch hazel and other winter flowering shrubs including highly fragrant daphne bholuas. In the last of our films celebrating great gardens, andy mcindoe visits the sir harold hilliers gardens at ampfield near romsey. Originally forming the grounds around his own home, the gardens were extended under the ownership of hampshire county council, in line with hilliers aims, to form one of englands most comprehensive collections of hardy trees and shrubs. Sir harold george hillier 2 january 1905 8 january 1985 was an english horticulturist in 1921 he joined the family firm, hillier nurseries, his early career spent in assisting his father in rebuilding stocks depleted by world war i. The sir harold hillier gardens, run extraordinarily well by hampshire county council, is an exceptionally varied, beautiful, diverse, botanically curated landscape with so much to recommend, at pretty much any time of year their winter garden is a beauty and possibly the best in the uk. The sir harold hillier gardens is an arboretum comprising 72 hectares 180 acres accommodating over 42,000 trees and shrubs in about 12,000 taxa, notably a collection of oaks, camellia, magnolia and rhododendron. Located in the beautiful hampshire countryside you will find breathtaking beauty and tranquillity whatever the season.
Sir harold hillier gardens established in 1953 by harold hillier the magnificent collection of over 20,000 plants from temperate regions around the world grow in a mixture of formal and informal landscapes set in 180 acres. Award winning sir harold hillier gardens in romsey, hampshire. In fact they have just won their 71st consecutive gold medal at the rhs chelsea flower show so it goes without saying they really know what they are talking about when it comes to plants. We wish all our customers well, and thank you for your patience.
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