Chipping Norton and  Rousham House & Gardens, Oxfordshire

Tuesday 1st September 

We begin our day in the charming market town of Chipping Norton, often described as the “gateway to the Cotswolds”. With its honey-coloured stone buildings, independent shops and welcoming cafés, it’s the perfect place to enjoy a relaxed wander, morning coffee and lunch before we continue our journey.

On arrival at Rousham House and Gardens, in the afternoon we’ll enjoy a guided tour of the house, discovering its fascinating history and elegant interiors before exploring the grounds at leisure.

The gardens at Rousham are a masterpiece of 18th-century landscape design, created by the celebrated designer William Kent. Unlike many historic gardens, Rousham remains wonderfully unchanged — allowing visitors to experience Kent’s vision much as it was originally intended.

In early September, one of the highlights is the walled rose garden, where a spectacular long bed of dahlias steals the show. The colours are simply amazing — rich crimsons, glowing oranges, soft pinks and deep purples providing a glorious late-summer display.

It’s no surprise that this is one of Monty Don’s favourite gardens.

** AMENDMENT FROM NEWSLETTER** Rousham is able to provide refreshments for us on the day.

Timings: Leave Leominster 9:00am., Hereford 9:30am., Ross 10:15am. We will depart and travel back to Ross 7:00pm, Hereford 7:30pm and Leominster 8:00pm.

Costs: Including travel  house tour and garden entry and afternoon refreshments costs £55.00 per person 

£55.00