Family adventures at Galactic Furzey

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An enchanting garden in the heart of the New Forest

Enjoy rare and beautiful plants, discover hidden fairy doors and relax in our traditional English tearoom.

Furzey Gardens is a place to unwind, discover and fall in love with.

Your visit supports work experience and opportunities for people with neurodisabilities.

The gardens and tea rooms are open daily throughout spring, summer and autumn.  Visit midweek for a calm and relaxing escape from the day to day. Plan your visit today!

Upcoming events

Purple Galactic Furzey logo with a rocket on teal background surrounded by planets

Galactic Furzey

Saturday 23 May – Monday 31 August

Brave explorers have landed on mysterious Galactic Furzey, their rocket low on cosmic energy! Become a brave explorer and discover the otherwordly portals and strange creatures.

New Forest Open Air Theatre present: She Stoops to Conquer

Saturday 25 July – Monday 17 August

New Forest Open Air Theatre are back at Furzey Gardens with their big summer comedy. Expect the usual blend of laughter, music and magic as the sun goes down. 

Latest news and blogs from the gardens

What to see in June

What to see in June

There’s a shift in the energy of the garden this month as the vibrant colours of spring gradually give way to a subtler summer vibe.

Planning a calmer visit to Furzey Gardens

Planning a calmer visit to Furzey Gardens

At Furzey Gardens, everyone is welcome to explore in their own way. Some visitors like to follow every path. Some prefer a shorter visit. Some need regular pauses, quiet corners or time to settle before moving on. There is no one right way to enjoy Furzey. This guide...

Planning a toddler-friendly visit

Planning a toddler-friendly visit

Days out with little ones rarely follow a perfect plan. Snack breaks are needed earlier than expected. One child wants to walk very slowly, while another wanders off to investigate something far more interesting than the thing you thought you had come to see. A stick,...

A place where people thrive

Furzey Gardens is a special place of tranquility and wonder, where anybody can escape from the pressures of everyday life.

It is home to a community of gardeners with neuro disabilities who are at the heart of the garden.

Every day, people are gaining skills and confidence through helping to maintain the gardens, serving in the tea rooms and nurturing plants in our onsite plant nursery.

Your donations are supporting their vital work.

With your support the team are achieving remarkable things, including RHS gold medals.