The Manor Garden, Hemingford Grey
One of the oldest continuously inhabited houses in Britain with much of the original house remaining virtually intact.
Hemingford Grey, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, PE28 9BN
Facilities
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Accessible parking
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Free parking
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Garden only
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Mostly wheelchair accessible
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Shop
- Accessible parking
- Guide dogs welcome
Cottage garden in a formal setting of lawns and topiary surrounding a 12th-century Manor House.
The garden was originally created by the author Lucy M Boston who based her Green Knowe children’s books on both house and garden. The seasons of interest start in January with a mass of snow drops and winter flowering shrubs, followed by the excitement of Spring, the bearded irises, the old roses and then interesting summer annuals take the garden through to the first frosts.
Garden open daily between 11am and 5pm.
The house is open by appointment to individuals or groups (not free for members of Historic Houses)
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.
Opening Times and Visitor Information for The Manor, Hemingford Grey
The Manor, Hemingford Grey, offers a variety of attractions and events for visitors. Below is a detailed summary of the opening times and conditions for visiting the house, garden, and special events.
The Garden
The Garden is open daily from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. No prior booking is required. Visitors can pay onsite either by cash or by scanning a QR code to pay by card. Dogs on leads are welcome in the garden.
The House
The House is open to visitors daily throughout the year, but visits are strictly by appointment only. To book a visit, you must email or telephone in advance. House visits include access to the Garden, so there is no need to pay separately for the Garden when visiting the House. Payment for House tours is taken at the end of the tour.
Admission Prices
- House and Garden: Adults £12 until 31 March 2026, £14 from 1 April 2026; Children £5.
- Garden only: Adults £6, Children free.
- Garden only annual membership: £18 per person for unlimited visits.
Special Events
Boat trips from St Ives, including a tour of The Manor, are available on specific dates:
- 28 May
- 4, 11, 18, and 25 June
- 2, 9, and 23 July
- 3, 10, 17, and 24 September
These trips are available from 28 May 2026 to 24 September 2026. Tickets can be purchased through the St Ives Electric Riverboat Company.
Additional Information
For visitors arriving by car, Hemingford Grey is located 4 miles southeast of Huntingdon, just off the A14. Parking is available in the village, with a few spaces at the house for those with mobility issues or difficulty finding parking. Public transport options include trains to Huntingdon and buses to St Ives, followed by a taxi or a 2-mile walk to Hemingford Grey.
For inquiries about booking afternoon teas in the garden, contact Jenny Pilsbury at Cream of Teas. Nearby attractions include Island Hall in Godmanchester, and local dining options include The Cock and The Grey House in Hemingford Grey.
For tickets to events or further information, contact The Manor directly by telephone or email.
Historic Houses members visit the gardens for free. (House tours are not free for members – see ‘Opening Times’ for details).
Garden only: £6 adults, children free.
- Accessible parking
- Guide dogs welcome
Getting here
Hemingford Grey, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, PE28 9BN
Just off the A14 on the Huntingdon side of St Ives, Cambridgeshire.
There are a few parking spaces at the house for anyone who has difficulty walking and anyone who has had difficulty finding a parking space in the village.
Train to Huntingdon. Guided bus to St Ives. Onward to Hemingford Grey by taxi or walking.
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