Gardens closing at 2pm (last entry 12:45) on 20th December (click Book Tickets for January early closing dates). Gardens reopens for Illuminate at 5pm.
SUNDAY 22nd DECEMBER– GARDENS CLOSED DURING THE DAYTIME AND WE HAVE CANCELLED OUR ILLUMINATE EVENT FOR THAT EVENING, DUE TO THE HIGH WINDS FORECAST. THE CAFE AND SHOP WILL BE OPEN AS USUAL. SANTA'S GROTTO WILL GO AHEAD AS PLANNED FOR THOSE WITH BOOKINGS.
We will be sending an email to everyone with a booking for the Illuminated event for that evening. We have more dates availbe after Christmas and into the New Year.
The Subtropical Gardens are a venue only. There is no onsite accommodation but the beautiful village of Abbotsbury and the surrounding Dorset countryside with easy access to the World Heritage Jurassic coastline offer plenty of options. Below are some recommended holiday rental and links to businesses who are friends of the Gardens.
Clayhanger Lodge is a spacious, converted detached barn which offers spectacular views of the surrounding Dorset countryside and the sea beyond. This excellent, light filled property has been furnished with a mix of traditional and contemporary styling and comfortably accommodates up to six guests with three large en-suite bedrooms all equipped with televisions.
Furlongs is a fabulous property with ample space for up to ten guests to experience a special holiday in this most unique location. Furnished and equipped to exacting standards, the cottage offers all that one would wish for on a luxury break. Located at the end of a quiet lane from the centre of Abbotsbury village, Furlongs sits proudly just a few steps below the iconic 14th century St Catherine's Chapel.
For more details and further accommodation options, head to: