Welcome to Burrow Farm Gardens – Award-Winning Gardens in East Devon
Burrow Farm Gardens is currently closed for the winter and will reopen daily from 1st April 2026. We look forward to welcoming visitors back to experience one of the most beautiful public gardens in Devon.
Located in the heart of the peaceful countryside between Axminster and Honiton, Burrow Farm Gardens is widely regarded as one of the finest gardens to visit in East Devon and the wider South West England. Once considered a hidden gem, our garden gained national recognition in 2021 when it was voted The Nation’s Favourite Public Garden in a competition organised by the National Garden Scheme and The English Garden.
Discover One of Devon’s Best Gardens to Visit
Set across 13 acres of beautifully designed landscapes, Burrow Farm Gardens offers spectacular colour, structure, and seasonal interest throughout the year. Visitors can enjoy:
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Vibrant spring displays filled with bulbs, blossom, and fresh growth
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Stunning collections of azaleas and rhododendrons in peak bloom during May
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The beautiful wildflower meadow, home to a rich variety of native flowers and wild orchids that bloom in early June, creating one of the most special seasonal highlights in Devon
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The renowned Grasses Garden, created to celebrate 50 years of Burrow Farm Gardens, offering movement, texture, and late summer interest
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Peaceful walks through diverse planting areas, mature trees, and scenic countryside views
A Must-Visit Garden in Devon for Nature Lovers and Garden Enthusiasts
Whether you are searching for gardens to visit in Devon, a relaxing day out in the countryside, or inspiration for your own garden, Burrow Farm Gardens offers an unforgettable experience in every season.
Plan your visit and discover why Burrow Farm Gardens is considered one of the best public gardens in the South West of England.
The Gardens
Set within 13 acres of rolling countryside in East Devon, near Axminster and Honiton, Burrow Farm Gardens offers one of the finest garden visiting experiences in the South West of England. The gardens are renowned for their exceptional plant collections, natural beauty, and year-round seasonal interest.
Designed to complement the surrounding Devon landscape, the gardens combine structured planting with more naturalistic areas that support wildlife and create a peaceful, immersive experience. Visitors can enjoy ever-changing colour, texture, and atmosphere throughout the seasons.
Whether you are a keen gardener, plant enthusiast, or simply looking for beautiful gardens to visit in Devon, Burrow Farm Gardens provides a relaxing and inspiring day out in the countryside.
Tea Rooms
Open daily from April to October, 10:00am to 4:30pm, the Tea Room at Burrow Farm Gardens offers a welcoming place to relax and enjoy refreshments in the peaceful surroundings of the East Devon countryside. It is the perfect place to pause during your visit, whether for morning coffee, lunch, or afternoon tea.
Our menu includes a selection of light lunches such as sandwiches, paninis, homemade soup, and traditional ploughman’s lunches, along with cream teas, savoury teas, and a variety of homemade cakes. Visitors can enjoy a leisurely break at any time of day.
With comfortable seating and views across the gardens, the Tea Room provides an ideal setting to meet friends, relax, and complete your visit to Burrow Farm Gardens.
Nursery
Open daily from 1st April to 31st October, 10:00am to 5:00pm, the Plant Nursery at Burrow Farm Gardens welcomes both garden visitors and non-garden visitors. Located in the heart of the East Devon countryside near Axminster, the nursery offers a carefully selected range of plants suited to a variety of gardens.
Visitors can browse a wide selection of flowering hardy perennials, shrubs, acers, and shade-loving plants, many of which can be seen growing throughout the gardens. Our knowledgeable team are always available to offer friendly advice and help you choose plants that will thrive in your own garden.
Whether you are an experienced gardener or simply looking for inspiration, the nursery provides an enjoyable opportunity to discover quality plants and take home a lasting reminder of your visit.
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Visited the gardens last week, absolutely wonderful; I’ve been visiting gardens for 65+ years all around the country and it’s the best I’ve been to. Obviously pretty ancient(me not the gardens!) now and couldn’t see it all but just stunning.
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Such a tranquil spot in beautiful Burrow Farm Gardens. ❤️
I love this part of the garden.
I can’t wait to visit you again! I always look forward to seeing your dear robins!
Emma Louise
Just starting to recover from our Spring Plant Fair on Easter Sunday. The weather played it's part perfectly and we would like to say a huge thank you to all our visitors, staff, volunteers and Nurseries who together made the day such a huge success.
Picture - panoramic of the queue to get into the fair at 10am which stretched from the ironwork barn to the house! Plantaholics know the importance of being early 🤣
Oooh!! Can see OH & me…!!
It's stopped raining and the forecast is good for tomorrow! Our Fair field is all marked out ready for the fantastic range of stalls we have visiting tomorrow. Come along to the Spring Plant Fair on Easter Sunday 10am - 3pm
We had such a lovely day Sunday, thank you, beautiful gardens, excellent plant fair 🥰
It's such a wonderful Plant Fair!
Mike Drake
Gardens Information
Burrow Farm Gardens offers a relaxing and inspiring day out in the beautiful East Devon countryside. Please see the visitor information below to help you plan your visit:
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Garden admission:
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Adults: £13.00
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Children: £2.00
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Season Ticket: £36.50
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Dogs welcome: Dogs on leads are welcome throughout the gardens
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Accessibility: Wheelchair access is available to parts of the garden, Tea Room, shop, and nursery
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Discount cards accepted:
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Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) cards valid every Monday when open and every day during September
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Gardeners’ World 2-for-1 cards valid on Fridays when open and every day during September
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Group discounts: Reduced rates are available for pre-booked groups of 10 or more
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Stay connected: For the latest news, seasonal highlights, and special offers, follow us on Facebook
Our Opening Times
East Devon’s Secret Garden open from 1st April – 31st October 10am – 5pm
Tea Room closes at 4.30pm