About the Garden

The Down House has a 3-acre garden developed by its owners, Jackie and Mark Porter, since 2001. It is laid out in rooms overlooking Itchen Valley, adjoining the Pilgrim's
Way, with walks through a large meadow to the river.

In winter, see the carpet of snowdrops and crocus, plus borders of coloured stems. Pleached hornbeams, yew-lined avenues,  woodland nut and orchard walk.

In summer, the roped rose garden, hot borders, wildlife pond and shady places are wonderful, alongside the working vineyard and potager.

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Garden in Winter

The strongly yellow coloured-willow is Golden Willow ( Salix alba vitellina ) while the tried and tested Scarlet Willow ( Salix alba vitellina 'Britzensis' ) provides a spectacular orange/red glow in the sunshine.

Visit the Garden

Open under  the NGS : 
Sadly our upcoming openings on Sat 13th Feb & Sat 20th Feb are now all CANCELLED due to ongoing Govt COVID-19 guidance. We will also not be taking organised group visits during February. 
Really sorry,
Mark & Jackie Porter
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Contact: Jackie & Mark Porter
Telephone: 01962 791054
Contact us by email

Location: 6m E of Winchester on B3047; 5th house on the right after the Itchen Abbas village sign

Click here for a detailed map

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