Chippenham Park
Notable for the vast late-winter display of snowdrops and aconites, a garden awarded the highest two-star rating by the Good Gardens Guide.
Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 5PT
Facilities
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Cafe / restaurant
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Parkland / open spaces
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Pet friendly
- Accessible toilets
- Accessible parking
- Guide dogs welcome
Chippenham Park is a thriving family estate. The house, gardens, and park were created at the very end of the 17th century by Admiral Lord Russell with permission from William II. The gardens have been awarded the highest two-star rating by the Good Gardens Guide and are notable for their vast swathes of snowdrops and aconites in late winter followed by a superb spring show of daffodils, hellebores, spring bulbs and blossoms.
We are open several times throughout the seasons from the first snowdrops to the last late-autumn colour and for extended periods from Feb–April including a wonderful Easter Egg Hunt for children every year. Our fully licensed Potting Shed Tearooms serve delicious home-made hot food, teas, coffee and cakes and are open the same days as the gardens.
Important information: opening info is generated by artificial intelligence; check specific attraction details before travelling.
The indicator above will show ‘open’ when the public have any kind of access to any part of this property. That could be the park, a shop, or a special event, and may not reflect regular admission times to the main attraction. Always consult the website of the house or garden you intend to visit before travelling to check that the attraction you are interested in is open.
Garden Opening Times 2026
Spring Garden Opening
11th April – 3rd May 2026
Selected days, 10am–4pm (last entry 3pm)
Please note that Chippenham Park will be closed on Wednesday 15th April and Monday 27th April due to private events. We recommend checking the website or social media before your visit for the most up-to-date opening information.
Summer Garden Opening
30th May – 7th June 2026
Open every day, 10am–4pm (last entry 3pm)
Autumn Garden Opening
11th October – 18th October 2026
Open every day, 10am–4pm (last entry 3pm)
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- Accessible toilets
- Accessible parking
- Guide dogs welcome
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