Hodnet Hall Gardens
Neo-Elizabethan mansion designed by Salvin surrounded by extensive gardens.
Market Drayton, Shropshire, TF9 3NN
Facilities
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Accessible loos
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Accessible parking
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Cafe / restaurant
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Easily accessible without car
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Garden only
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Pet friendly
- Wheelchair ramps/routes
- Accessible parking
- Accessible toilets
- Guide dogs welcome
Over 60 acres of colourful flowers, magnificent forest trees, sweeping lawns and a chain of ornamental pools along the cultivated garden valley and providing a natural habitat for wildfowl and other wildlife.
Whatever the season, visitors will always find something fresh and interesting to ensure an enjoyable outing.
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.
Hodnet Hall Gardens offers a unique experience of historic gardens and parkland, open to visitors during specific times of the year. Below is a detailed summary of the opening times, events, and admission details for the 2026 season.
Opening Times
The gardens are open from March 15th to October 30th, 2026, on the following days:
- Sundays
- Wednesdays
- Fridays
- Bank Holiday Mondays
Opening hours are from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Note: Due to the historic nature of the gardens, some areas may have limited accessibility for visitors with mobility challenges. Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a lead.
Admission Prices
- General Admission - Adult: £10.00
- General Admission - Children: £1.00 (Children under 5 are free)
- 2026 Season Ticket: £50.00 (Allows entry from March to October 2026, excluding National Garden Scheme Open Day)
- Summer Plant Fair Day: £6.00
Special Events
- Summer Plant Fair: Held on Saturday, June 6th, and Sunday, June 7th, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Admission is £6.00, and children can enter for free.
- National Garden Scheme Open Day: Scheduled for Sunday, July 5th, 2026. Proceeds support Hospice UK and other charities.
Group Bookings and Exclusive Access
Exclusive access to the gardens can be arranged for large groups outside normal opening hours. Refreshments can be provided upon request. Joint entry tickets for Hodnet Hall and Dorothy Clive Gardens are available for pre-booked groups of 20 or more.
Additional Information
Season tickets are non-transferable and require ID for entry. Up to three children under 16 can enter free with a season ticket holder. Tickets can be purchased online or at the door using cash, card, or contactless payment.
Historic Houses members visit for free except on Plant Fair Days/National Garden Scheme days. Pre-booking is not required, just turn up on the day.
Adults £9
Children £1
- Wheelchair ramps/routes
- Accessible parking
- Accessible toilets
- Guide dogs welcome
Getting here
Market Drayton, Shropshire, TF9 3NN
The main visitor entrance is at ///handfuls.monday.repaid. What does this mean?
12m NE of Shrewsbury on A53 – M6/J15 or M54/J3.
Bus service from Shrewsbury or Market Drayton.
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