A small selection of local Cotswold Gardens & Arboretums

Batsford Arboretum, Moreton-in-Marsh
A rare and beautiful collection of trees, shrubs and wildflowers in 55 acres of Cotswold countryside. Stunning all year, especially in autumn. Open mid-February til mid-November 10:00 am - 5:00 pm, then mid-November until mid-February 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tel: 01386 701441. www.batsford-arboretum.co.uk

Sezincote Gardens, Moreton-in-Marsh
An Indian-style house (1810) with an eastern Hindu garden. The project was inspired by Humphry Repton and led to his 1808 book, 'Designs for the Pavilion at Brighton'. Open from January to November - Thursday, Friday and Bank Holiday Monday, 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm or dusk.www.gardenvisit.com/g/sez.htm

Hidcote Manor Gardens
Historic and famous garden owned by the National Trust. Tumbling borders and woodland walks. Open daily from April until November, except Tuesday and Friday, 11:00 am - 7:00 pm. Open Good Friday. May to July 11:0 am - 7:00 pm daily except Friday. August to early November daily except Tuesday and Friday from 11:00 am - 7:00 pm.
There is a tearoom and plant centre.
Tel: 01386 438333

Bourton House Gardens, Bourton-on-the-Hill
Surrounding a delightful 18th-century Cotswold manor house and 16th-century tithe barn, this is one of the most beautiful gardens in the Cotswolds. Borders, topiary and herbaceous plants over three acres. Privately owned. Open 10:00 am - 5:00 pm end of May to end of August: Wednesday to Friday. September and October - Thursday and Friday only. August Bank Holiday - Sunday / Monday.
Cakes, soups and teas available.
Tel: 01386 700 754 www.information-gardens.co.uk