Created from an abandoned farmyard and surrounding an attractive Elizabethan manor house, Mottistone Manor 20th-century gardens are experimenting with a Mediterranean-style planting scheme to take advantage of the warm, southerly location. Here the tall leaves of exotic plants fill the borders whilst a young olive grove is establishing itself on the high banks.

Mottistone Gardens will be open for visitors this October half term.  Families will be able to explore and go on the self led nature trails.  This will be a truly autumnal experience, think building dens and playing conkers!   

Tickets must be booked by 3pm the day before your visit.  To book please visit the National Trust website. 

Facilities

- Next to the gardens is a car park and a bus stop

- Visitor toilets

- Tea rooms are open but shop is currently closed