These tours will be led by Head Gardener John Candlish and provide an opportunity to explore the beautiful gardens of this historic family home on a limited number of dates. Visitors can discover the beauty and planning that takes place to create Dabton’s horticultural haven on:-
Thursday 6th June, 10am
Tuesday 11th June, 1pm
Thursday 13th June, 10am
After the tour, guests are invited to enjoy refreshments and homemade baking in Dabton House, when they will have the chance to admire the interior of the house and learn more about its history.
Each tour is priced at £25 per person, with a maximum of 30 people per tour to ensure a personalized experience. John Candlish, who has dedicated over 40 years to nurturing Dabton’s gardens, will guide visitors through four acres of formal gardens within 27 acres of mixed woodland. The tour highlights include the kitchen garden, heritage vegetable plot and secret garden where John will share his knowledge and maybe even some of his secrets to horticultural success.
For those inspired by the tour and wishing to delve deeper, private tours can be arranged. John will share the rich history and intricate details of the garden’s development, making for an enriching experience.
