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.

More garden ...

16TH FEBRUARY OPENING
CANCELLED DUE TO STORM DENNIS - we are really sorry but the Met Office 'AMBER' weather warning has left us no choice in order to protect visitors from flying debris and gales.
Mark Porter

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 :

Sunday 16th February 2020
( 1pm - 4pm )
CANCELLED DUE TO Storm Dennis
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NGS Admission: Adult £5, Children free

Groups of 20+ also welcome by appointment during February, please contact us for our private opening arrangements

Refreshments : Home-made teas. 

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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