Child in welcoming stance at Furzey Gardens

Discover rhododendrons and azaleas galore

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An enchanting spring garden in the heart of the New Forest – at its peak now!

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 learning disabilities.

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

Upcoming events

Vibrant pink bloom of Rhododendron Cynthia

Sketching in the Garden

6 & 20 May 10am  

Join Marina Stuart in the beautiful setting of Furzey Gardens as she inspires you and shares the wonder of sketching outside ‘On Plein Air’.

Square advertising Furzey's Arty Eggs Easter Trail running from 5 - 21 April 2025

The Handlebards present: Much Ado About Nothing

5-7 June, 7pm

Join us for an evening of madcap bicycle mayhem.

Latest news and blogs from the gardens

Gardening blog February 2025

Gardening blog February 2025

While the weather may not always be inviting, there’s still plenty you can do to prepare your garden for the growing season ahead. So, don your waterproofs, brace yourself against the gales, and let’s dive into this month’s essential gardening tasks.With stormy...

Early Spring at Furzey Gardens

Early Spring at Furzey Gardens

The gardens really come alive with beautiful blooms in spring with snowdrops, crocus, daffodils and spring flowering trees and shrubs such as camellia, magnolia and corylopsis.

Gardening blog January 2025

Gardening blog January 2025

Get your garden ready for a thriving year with Head of Horticulture. Andrew Bentley, as he shares tips and advice for the gardening year.

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 learning 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 entrance donations and memberships are supporting their vital work.

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