The hidden hedged gardens of Warwick

Hill Close Gardens, a rare piece of Warwick’s history, cared for with the help of our community. In the Victorian era, our plots were cherished retreats for the townspeople, their own little green sanctuaries. When the gardens later faced demolition, it was the local community who rallied to protect them, recognising their historic and horticultural value.

Gardeners will enjoy seeing a rich mix of heritage fruit, heirloom flowers, and seasonal plantings, with each plot offering its own character, quirks, and surprises. Families and children will love exploring the winding paths, discovering hidden corners, and learning how plants were grown in Victorian times, it is a place to spark curiosity and a love of nature.

Your support through visiting, volunteering, donating, becoming a member, or joining our events, helps us care for this piece of living heritage and keeps the gardens flourishing for everyone to enjoy.

We are open Tues to Sun 11am-4pm, last entry 3:30pm, no ticket required for self serve refreshments, plant sales or tearoom. Tearoom open at weekends 11am-3:30pm. The gardens and tearoom will open on Bank holiday Monday normal opening time.

Managed by a small charitable Trust, Hill Close Gardens relies on the generous support of many individuals, groups and organisations to continue to operate the site for the benefit of its many thousands of annual visitors.

Rare survivals of Victorian gardens once used by townsfolk living above their business to escape from the crowded town, now lovingly restored and nationally recognised. Watch our short film to discover how owners came here after work or on Sundays to tend their plots or to relax.

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What's On

We offer a wide range of events and activities throughout the year for all ages. From celebrating our snowdrop or apple tree collections, open air theatre, workshops for drawing or floristry, and activities for young children. You can find lots to see and do throughout the seasons.

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Appeal

It is now 30 years since the original rescue and restoration of our much loved site began. Over these 3 decades, countless people have enjoyed their time in our tranquil corner of Warwick. We now need to update, maintain and prepare the site for the coming decades, and need your help to do so.

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Plants

Managed by our small dedicated team of gardeners, the majority of the plants sold are propagated on site, and many are rare or heritage varieties not usually found in garden centres. We sell many of our varieties of Snowdrops in February, and have other plants to buy from Spring until Autumn.

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Visit our Heritage in Warwick site

While away an hour or two at our secluded little corner of Warwick, just a stones throw from Market Square. Take in the sights, sounds, and smells of the seasons, and walk in the footsteps of a Victorian.

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Room Hire in Warwick

A lovely setting for your meeting, workshop or event, our well-equipped venue is a popular choice for both our community and businesses. Click below to learn more and to check availability.

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