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Melbourne Hall
Address
Melbourne Hall, Church Square, Melbourne, Derby, DE73 8EN
Phone
01332 862502
Tripadvisor
4
Accessibility
Assistance dogs welcome in the gardens. The gardens are largely accessible, with alternative routes usually where there are steep slopes and steps.
Summary
Melbourne Hall Gardens are a feast for the senses with broad sweeps of lawn, avenues and unexpected vistas. The gardens were planned in the early 18th century and there have been few radical alterations since, making them one of the best surviving examples.
Children will love scampering through the yew tunnel and discovering the elaborate wrought iron ‘birdcage’ structure created in the early 1700s. Keen gardeners will enjoy the unusual specimen trees, shrubs and herbaceous borders and the whole family will love the space and freedom to enjoy nature.
Melbourne Hall opens its doors to visitors each August and you get a fascinating opportunity to see inside the exquisite rooms of this family stately home. Live music and comedy events are held at the hall throughout the spring and summer.
Highlights
Follow the tree trail through Melbourne Hall Gardens and make sure you do not miss any of the ancient, rare and unusual trees like the Lucombe oak, the Paperbark maple and the rare hybrid tulip tree.
Facilities
- Baby changing facilities
- Cafes and restaurant
- Disabled toilets
- Gift shop
- Toilets
Advance Visit Information
- Seasonal opening hours only
- Opening hours may vary
- Admission charges apply
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