Coton Manor Gardens
This beautiful garden at Coton Manor occupies a hillside position extending down from the 17th century manor house.
Coton Manor Nr, Guilsborough, Northampton NN6 8RQ
Facilities
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Cafe / restaurant
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Free parking
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Garden only
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Mostly wheelchair accessible
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Shop
Dogs – while dogs are not allowed in the garden to protect the wildfowl, they may be exercised in the grassy car park.
Disabled visitors – the garden is on a slope (steep in places) and although the terrain is difficult in places for wheelchairs there are a number of seats around the garden for visitors to use.
This beautiful garden at Coton Manor occupies a hillside position extending down from the 17th century manor house constructed of mellow Northamptonshire stone. The 10 acre garden has luxuriant borders that will delight the plant enthusiast while everyone will enjoy the garden’s charm and special atmosphere, with colour and interest throughout the seasons. Beyond the garden is a magical five acre bluebell wood and a wildflower meadow.
The Stableyard Cafe serves homemade lunches and teas when the garden is open. The extensive nursery has over a thousand varieties of plants, many of which are unusual and are propagated from the garden.
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Coton Manor Garden provides detailed information about its opening times, attractions, and events for the years 2025 and 2026. Below is a comprehensive summary of the opening times and related details:
Opening Times for 2025
The garden, nursery, and cafe will be open from Tuesday 1st April to Saturday 27th September, from 11:30am to 5:00pm, Tuesday to Saturday. The garden is closed on Sundays and Mondays, except during Bank Holiday weekends when it is open every day (Saturday, Sunday, and Monday).
There is an extended opening period in October, from Tuesday to Friday, with opening hours of 11:00am to 4:00pm. During this period, visitors can enjoy autumn colors in the garden and a plant sale with discounts of up to 50%. Usual admission prices apply.
Opening Times for 2026
The garden will be open from Wednesday 1st April to Saturday 26th September, from 12:00pm to 5:00pm, Tuesday to Saturday. The garden is closed on Sundays and Mondays, except during Bank Holiday weekends when it is open every day (Saturday, Sunday, and Monday).
Special Events
In 2026, the garden will host special openings for viewing snowdrops and hellebores on the weekends of 7th-8th February, 14th-15th February, and 21st-22nd February.
Admission Prices
For 2025:
- Adults: £11.00
- Children (ages 5–17): £4.00 (under 5s free)
- Groups (15 or more): £9.50 per person
For 2026:
- Adults: £12.50
- Children (ages 5–17): £5.00 (under 5s free)
- Groups (15 or more): £11.00 per person
Season tickets are available for both years, offering unlimited visits during the open season:
- Adults: £35.00
- Children (ages 5–17): £12.50
Additional Information
The garden features a nursery with a wide selection of plants, a cafe serving homemade lunches and teas, and a variety of seasonal attractions such as bluebell woods and wildflower meadows. Dogs are not allowed in the garden but may be exercised in the grassy car park. The garden terrain is challenging for wheelchairs, but seating is available throughout.
Photography restrictions include a ban on tripods, monopods, and drones to ensure visitor enjoyment and safety.
Group bookings are welcome, with special menus available for pre-arranged group visits.
For further details, visitors can contact Coton Manor Garden directly via phone or email.
Free for Historic Houses members.
Adult admission £12,50
Child £5.00
Season Tickets: Adults £30.00
Children £10.00
We are happy to welcome groups of all sizes to Coton Manor throughout the season. Garden admission is offered at a reduced rate of £7.00 for members of a group of 15 or more. Please click here for our group booking form to enquire about arranging a visit or telephone 01604 740 219 weekdays between 9.00am & 1.00pm.
Dogs – while dogs are not allowed in the garden to protect the wildfowl, they may be exercised in the grassy car park.
Disabled visitors – the garden is on a slope (steep in places) and although the terrain is difficult in places for wheelchairs there are a number of seats around the garden for visitors to use.
Getting here
Coton Manor Nr, Guilsborough, Northampton NN6 8RQ
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