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Bennetts Water Gardens
Bennetts Water Gardens, Putton Lane, Chickerell, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 4AF.
Grass paths meander between a series of ponds and lakes within this 8 acre site, with scenic places to sit and ‘unwind’. Blooming at their best throughout the summer months is one of the most outstanding displays of water lilies in Britain.
The gardens are one of only six in the world to hold a registered collection of water lilies, 150 varieties are displayed within tranquil landscaped lakes, surrounded by huge pond and moisture loving plants, native trees, palms, wild plants and flowers. There is a replica 'Monet' style Japanese bridge and water lilies originating from the same French nursery, in Bordeaux, that supplied Monet's garden in Giverney.
As a ‘Site of Nature Conservation Interest’, the gardens, ponds and reed beds are home to abundant wildlife including most species of British dragon fly.
There is a museum which plots the history of the site from the brick workings of the 19th century to the gardens of today.
The plant nursery offers for sale a wide selection of quality garden plants, aquatic plants and water lilies all grown on site.
Monet Tearooms serves morning coffee, light lunches, delicious Dorset Cream Teas and cakes baked on the premises. All lunches are freshly made to order and we only use the finest ingredients and where possible serve local Dorset produce.
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Opening Times:
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15th Mar-15th Oct |
10:00-17:00 |
Sun, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
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Opening
times listed were correct at the time of entry but should be checked before
departure.
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Facilities:
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Birthday Parties
Cafe/RestaurantServing morning coffees, lunches and cream teas.
Corporate Entertainment/Conferencing
Disabled Toilets
Garden or Outside Eating
GroupsDiscounts for group bookings available.
Parking on SiteFree customer car and coach parking.
Picnic AreasPicnicking is permitted in the gardens.
RefreshmentsIce creams available from the gift shop.
Shop(s)Gift shop and plant nursery.
WeddingsLicensed for civil ceremonies
Wheel Chair AccessFull access to facilities and partial access around the gardens.
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Admission/Prices:
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Adult £6.45
Child £3.95
Concessions £5.95
Disabled £5.95
Family £17.50 2 adults and 2 children
Groups £4.50 prices from
Senior £5.95
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Prices listed were correct at the time of entry but should
be checked before departure.
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Age Restrictions:
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Some Age Restrictions Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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