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East Ruston Old Vicarage Garden

East Ruston, United Kingdom

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East Ruston Old Vicarage Garden

A 32-acre garden built from flat arable land over 50 years, divided into themed garden rooms with formal borders, exotic planting and wild meadow. Gaps cut in hedges frame views of Happisburgh lighthouse and a church tower.

Highlights

  • Themed garden rooms
  • Lighthouse and church tower views
  • Glasshouses including chilli house

Good to know

  • Adult entry £15.50, children £2
  • Allow at least 3 hours
  • No dogs allowed

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