What does Great Dixter Charitable Trust do? We are a historic house and garden and our main charitable focus is Education. Expand We are a historic house and garden, formerly the home of Christopher Lloyd. For many years we have been a training ground for gardeners, who come to us to learn our traditional style of intensive flower gardening and become immersed in plants, gardening and the culture of sharing knowledge, through residential placements and courses. Since the Heritage Lottery project in 2010 we have also extended our reach to include the wider community through engagement with schools and local families. Our work is funded by entry tickets, courses, nursery and shop sales, and charitable grants and donations.
Can I bring my dog? You are welcome to stretch your dog's legs in the car park and there are some shady parking spots, but unfortunately only Guide dogs are allowed in the garden. Expand You are welcome to stretch your dog's legs in the car park and there are some shady parking spots, but unfortunately only Guide dogs are allowed in the garden.
When are you open? We are open between the April and November, Tuesday -Sunday from 11am until 4pm. Tickets can be purchased from the kiosk upon arrival. Expand The House & Gardens are now open. Pre-booked tickets are no longer required Owing to Covid we have reduced visitor capacity to the house for day tickets, Friends and HHA members. We ask that visitors to the House and Shop continue to wear face coverings and maintain a respectful social distance. Gardens open 11am to 5pm Tuesdays to Sundays and bank holiday Mondays. The House 1pm to 4pm. To enter the House you must also purchase a ticket for the Garden. Great Dixter Nurseries The Nursery is currently open to visitors every day from 9am to 5pm. Great Dixter Shop The Shop is now open during normal opening hours. Please visit our online shop for a lovely selection of tools, books, seeds, clothing and more.
Can I bring my guide dog puppy in training? Expand Guide dog puppies in training (and indeed Guide dogs) are welcome so long as they are wearing their training vest and documentation is provided at the kiosk.
Do I have to buy a garden ticket if I want to visit the house? Expand Yes. You must buy a garden ticket to be able to visit the house.
Do I need to wear a mask? Expand We are asking that all our visitors continue to wear a mask in the house or shop unless exempt in the previous government guidelines. Thank you for your cooperation.
Do carers get in free of charge? Expand Yes, so long as they are with the person they are assisting. Please mention to our kiosk staff upon arrival.
Are wheelchairs available to borrow? Expand Yes please email [email protected] to reserve one. Please also visit our page on accessibility before you visit as the garden is not easy for wheelchair users.
I haven’t received my Annual Ticket / Friends card yet. Can I still visit? Expand Yes we have records of all new Friends and Annual ticket holders you can visit without your card if it hasn’t yet arrived
Do Friends and HHA members need to book? Expand No, however because of reduced entry capacity in the house, it won’t always be possible to guarantee entry to the house. Friends and HHA members will be booked on the next available slot upon arrival where available.
Do I have to buy a ticket to visit the Nursery, Shop and Cafe? Expand You can visit the Nursery, Shop and Cafe without buying a ticket to access the house and garden. Please follow the signs to the nursery through the car park.