Described as 'Possibly the most ambitious private garden of our time...' by Country Living Gardens Editor Stephanie Donaldson, Hampton Court Castle offers twelve acres of wide-ranging gardens set against the panoramic backdrop of the Herefordshire countryside. Pre-dating Hampton Court Palace by almost 100 years, the Castle's interior and gardens have been shaped by its various owners throughout the centuries. This offers a fascinating history that is reflected in everything that visitors can see today.

Keen gardeners will take great pleasure in the highly acclaimed organic Kitchen Gardens, home to many heritage varieties as well as generously sized cut flower beds, with a focus on companion planting, scent and vibrant colours. Those looking for tranquil spaces need look no further than the Formal Gardens, through which water flows around island pavilions and down impressive canals. There are numerous herbaceous borders and the Rose Garden to enjoy before entering the expansive South Lawns through the 160-year old Wisteria Arch.

Visitors can pause here for lunch or afternoon tea in the Orangery Cafe before having a tour of the beautiful medieval Castle dating back to Henry IV. Many choose to continue exploring along the picturesque River Walks, following the banks of the River Lugg to the Castle's Lake. Lastly, there is the verdant Sunken Garden to enjoy. It has winding paths surrounded by lush green foliage with a mix of stepping stones, secret tunnels and a waterfall. From here visitors can access the 1,000-yew maze, which has a central gothic tower with stunning views.