The Walled Garden at Luton Hoo Estate

The Walled Garden at Luton Hoo Estate was designed by Capability Brown in the late 1760’s for John Stuart, 3rd Earl of Bute, noted Botanist and Prime Minister under George III. The Garden changed and evolved under owners and management to match the fashion of horticulture in the 19th and 20th centuries, with each owner leaving their mark on the garden’s rich history.

Today the site comprises a five-acre garden surrounded by the original 18th century octagonal wall, and a range of glass houses, including a timber framed Mackenzie Moncur conservatory dated circa 1911, a vinery and a further glasshouse on the diaphragm wall. There is also a selection of rare service buildings surrounding the garden including the Head Gardener’s office, a potting shed, a boiler house, stables, and propagation houses. The garden continues to be revived, repaired, and re-imagined for the enjoyment of all.

This year we reveal more of our unique peach house and also unveil the weather vein, once resplendent on the Mackenzie and Moncur and now on a plinth within the garden.

Timings & Tours

Wednesday 11 September:

1100-1500

Location & directions

The Walled Garden, Luton Hoo Estate, The Estate Office, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 4LF

Directions:

Please use postcode LU1 4LF to the estate - Once inside the gates please follow the signs for the Walled Garden. Please note there is NO ACCESS via the hotel.

Contact on day:

Molly Draper - Project Coordinator

Telephone number:

+441582721443

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Book on day

Booking conditions:

Tours will be running from the entrance kiosk throughout the event. Parking, entrance to the garden and access to our associated historic service buildings is FREE - Tours are £ The Woodyard Coffee Shop will be open for delicious hot and cold drinks, cakes and snacks.

Booking contact name:

Molly Draper - Project Coordinator

Booking telephone number:

+441582721443

Booking email:

[email protected]

Booking website:

https://lutonhooestate.co.uk/event/heritage-open-day-2/

Booking opens:

11 Sep 2024 11:00 AM

Booking closes:

11 Sep 2024 03:00 PM

Accessibility details

Although the garden has good wheeled access there are areas that due to their age and rich history have difficult access and uneven surfaces. Assistance will be provided from the front kiosk where possible. We request visitors pay attention to warning signs The garden is best enjoyed at a snails pace.

Additional information

The Walled Garden is a vibrant and active volunteer garden, always changing, growing and acknowledging its rich history while striving towards a bright future.

Max no of people per tour:

20

Est. tour duration:

1 hour(s)

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