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Coton Manor Garden is a historic house in Northamptonshire, and a member of Historic Houses. Read about its history, architecture and gardens, plus how to visit and what's nearby.
About Coton Manor Garden
Coton Manor Garden occupies ten acres of hillside near Guilsborough in Northamptonshire, sloping away from a 17th-century manor house built of local stone.
The garden is known for its deep, plant-rich borders and a nursery that propagates more than a thousand varieties taken directly from the beds.
Historic Houses covers membership access to the property.
The Stableyard Café serves lunches and teas during opening hours.
The manor house itself is not part of the visit.
History of Coton Manor Garden
Coton is a small hamlet in West Northamptonshire, now part of the parish of Ravensthorpe. The manor house that gives the garden its name stands at the top of the slope and was built of the pale local stone typical of the county's smaller manor houses.
Architecture of Coton Manor Garden
The manor house dates from the 17th century and is built from mellow Northamptonshire stone. It is not open as part of the visit; only the surrounding garden and grounds are accessible.
Gardens & grounds at Coton Manor Garden
Beyond the main borders lies a five-acre bluebell wood and a wildflower meadow, both included in a visit and best seen in spring.
Facilities
Plan your visit to Coton Manor Garden
Nearest station: Long Buckby Rail Station (4.4 miles)
Open late March to September, Tuesday to Saturday; check official website for specific dates and hours.
Admission
Free entry to Historic Houses members (show valid membership card)
Places to visit near Coton Manor Garden
All Saints Church, Holdenby
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View Holdenby House on heritage mapHistoric places nearby
Within 5 miles of Coton Manor Garden there are 4 historic properties, including 3 historic houses, across Historic Houses and Churches Conservation Trust sites.
Within 10 miles of Coton Manor Garden there are 10 historic properties, including 7 historic houses and 3 churchs, across Historic Houses and Churches Conservation Trust sites.
Within 20 miles of Coton Manor Garden there are 24 historic properties, including 13 historic houses and 8 churchs, across Historic Houses, Churches Conservation Trust and English Heritage sites.
Stay nearby
Make more of your visit with an overnight stay near Coton Manor Garden.
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A ten-acre plantsman's garden with a five-acre bluebell wood and a nursery selling cuttings straight from its own beds.
- Type
- historic house
- Location
- Northamptonshire, England
- Visit duration
- 1-2 hours
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