Cerne Abbas Open Gardens

Cerne Abbas, near Dorchester, Dorset
Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st June 2026
2.00pm to 6.00pm

A wide range of private gardens open in renowned ancient village to raise money for local causes.

All gardens within easy walking distance of car park. There will be a flower display in our church.

Plant stall and teas are available from 1.00pm.

Well behaved dogs on leads welcome in most gardens.

Proceeds:  Proceeds to National Trust Giant Hill Appeal and Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance 2nd helicopter appeal.

Plant sales:  There will be a plant stall in the village square from 1.00pm.

Cost:  £8.00 for day ticket, £10.00 for tickets for both days, accompanied children free. Cash or card.

How to get tickets / programmes:  Available in the car park and the square, both from 1.00pm. Cash or card payments accepted.

Number of gardens:  Approximately 25 gardens will be open, but the total may vary from day to day - please contact the organisers if you need exact numbers.

Contact the organisers:  Phone: 01300 341 311  Email: bob@cerneabbasopengardens.org.uk  
Web: http://www.cerneabbasopengardens.org.uk

Toilet Facilities:  Toilets are available at this event.

Directions / Parking:  Parking available within easy walking distance of gardens.

Location:  Dorset.  Use Sat Nav postcode: DT2 7GD (please verify before travelling)

Please ... tell the organisers that you found them on the Open Gardens National Directory.
and ... give them a gentle nudge to make a small donation to our 2026 running costs.