Painswick Rococo Garden
A whimsical and exotic Georgian garden.
Gloucester Road, Painswick, Gloucestershire, GL6 6TH
Facilities
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Cafe / restaurant
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Easily accessible without car
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Facilities for children
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Free parking
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Garden only
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Parkland / open spaces
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Pet friendly
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Picnic area
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Shop
Painswick Rococo Garden is the country’s sole surviving complete rococo garden.
Designed in the 1740s as a fanciful pleasure garden for Benjamin Hyett and his guests, this hidden valley offers spectacular views of the surrounding countryside and intriguing garden buildings.
A visit to Painswick Rococo Garden will take you back to the elegance and sophistication of the early 1700s. This was a time when gardens were fashionable theatrical sets, providing a stunning backdrop to decadent garden parties.
Instead of a flower garden, you will happen across a stunning vegetable garden, beautifully-framed views of the surrounding countryside and fanciful garden buildings.
You can lose yourself amongst the lofty trees of our leafy woodland walk and watch friends and family battle to find the centre of our unusual maze.
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.
Painswick Rococo Garden is open to visitors with the following schedule:
- From Wednesday to Sunday, the garden is open from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with the last admission at 4:00 PM.
- From 28 March to 19 April, the garden will be open daily during the same hours.
Special notices include:
- From 9 to 20 March, the B4073 at Upton Hill will be closed on weekdays. Visitors should approach from the Painswick direction and ignore the road closed signs, as access to the garden remains open.
- The garden may close at short notice due to high winds. Ticket holders will be contacted in such cases.
Admission prices are as follows:
- Adults: £14.10 (Gift Aid) / £12.80 (Non-Gift Aid)
- Seniors (60+): £12.65 (Gift Aid) / £11.50 (Non-Gift Aid)
- Students: £8.95 (Gift Aid) / £8.10 (Non-Gift Aid)
- Children (4-16): £6.60 (Gift Aid) / £6.00 (Non-Gift Aid)
- Family (2 adults + 4 children): £36.30 (Gift Aid) / £33.00 (Non-Gift Aid)
Free entry is available for members of Friends of Painswick Rococo Garden, Historic Houses, and Royal Horticultural Society (from 2 March to 22 November). Discounts are available for other membership cards as specified.
Upcoming events include:
- 3 March 2026: Dazzling Daffodils
- 21 March 2026: Snowdrops Masterclass
- 28 March to 19 April 2026: Rococo’s Egg-stra Fun Family Trail
Visitors are encouraged to explore the garden's seasonal highlights, enjoy refreshments at the café, and participate in various workshops and events throughout the year.
Historic Houses members visit for free.
| Tickets | Gift Aid Admission* | Non Gift Aid Admission |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | £10.60 | £9.60 |
| Seniors (60+) | £9.30 | £8.40 |
| Student (NUS) | £6.70 | £6.00 |
| Children (4 to 16) | £4.90 | £4.40 |
| Family (2ad + 4ch) | £27.25 | £24.70 |
| Group (of 20+) | N/A | £8.20 |
We are delighted to welcome groups and coach parties throughout the year. Parties can enjoy:
- Discounted admission for groups of 20+
- Free introductory talk on arrival
- Good value catering packages when pre-booked
- Free admission for your driver or group leader.
For those hungry for knowledge, we offer specialist tours which will enhance your visit.
All group visits must be pre-booked and confirmed in writing.
Getting here
Gloucester Road, Painswick, Gloucestershire, GL6 6TH
By car: sat nav to GL6 6TH or follow the brown tourism signs on all major approach routes. The nearest motorway junction is M5 J11a (10mins). We have a free car park.
By train: our nearest station is Stroud (5 miles)
By bus: Stagecoach service 61 from Cheltenham to Stroud and beyond
On foot: we are in lovely walking territory and just off the Cotswold Way. Follow the signs to us from the corner of Golf Course Road and Gloucester Rd.
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