Introduction
Exeter is historically significant as well as livable. The town’s buildings and sites reflect the best of the seacoast region, New Hampshire, and the country’s past and present. We invite you to come and explore our neighborhood.
Exeter was founded in 1638 by Reverend John Wheelwright, and it has remained an important location in the New England region ever since. Exeter served as the state capital during the Revolutionary War. Furthermore, Exeter served as a seaport in the late 1600s and early to late 1700s, primarily along what is now Arlington Court and Garden. While in the area, you should visit Bicton Botanical Gardens, RHS Rosemoor, Buckland Abbey & Garden Dartmoor, and Killerton House and Gardens. You can take Exeter Taxis to your destination in Exeter.
When you step outside your B&B, you’re met with 300 acres of botanical gardens, trees, ponds, and wildflowers – a veritable flora and fauna overload. It’s difficult to believe you’re only a short walk from Exeter’s historic center. You are also close to several other magnificent gardens that will captivate even the most ardent gardener.
Here are 5 Gardens to get you started:
Botanical Gardens of Bicton
Bicton Park Botanical Garden in East Devon is a truly magnificent garden with nearly 300 years of horticultural history. Bicton Park Botanical Gardens, located between Sidmouth and Exmouth, was founded in the early 1800s. The 64-acre garden protects many rare plants from around the world, including one of the finest tree collections in the United Kingdom.
The formal Italian garden takes center stage, with fountains and a blaze of color, flanked by the stream, American, and Mediterranean gardens.
With 5 display glasshouses, including the famous 1820s Palm House, a countryside museum, numerous historical follies, and children’s play areas, Bicton has something for everyone. There are beautiful collections of conifers, Rhododendrons, Magnolias, Camellias, herbaceous and seasonal displays, and dazzling autumn colors, all set in a relaxed, family and dog (on-leash) friendly environment.
House and Gardens of Killerton
The National Trust was given the Killerton Estate in 1944, and it is now one of Devon’s most popular tourist attractions. The opulent Georgian mansion is set on 6,400 acres of farmland, woods, parkland, and orchards. The garden is adorned with beautiful flowers, champion trees, and formal lawns. Among the attractions for the daring explorer are hidden corners, winding paths, an extinct volcano to climb, and an Iron Age Fort.
If all of this isn’t enough, don’t miss the Diamond Jubilee International Garden at the University of Exeter, a tranquil space with plants from all five continents just a short walk from your bed and breakfast.
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Rosemoor RHS
Rosemoor, near Great Torrington, is a traditional English garden surrounded by 100 acres of woodland. The varied character of the site reflects its history, with a Cottage Garden, Hot Garden, and Fruit and Vegetable Garden, to name a few. Lady Anne Palmer settled at Rosemoor in 1931, and the gardens were named after her. She later donated them to the RHS, where they have thrived ever since.
Buckland Abbey & Gardens
The property is hidden away in beautiful countryside, and the gardens surrounding it have recently been developed.
It also has formal beds and a beautiful central pool. The new Kitchen garden is looking impressive, with a medieval garden and a flowery meadow. The gardens, while not large, are lovely in the summer and provide a lovely backdrop to the Abbey. The historic Abbey, which was once Sir Francis Drake’s home, is also open and well worth a visit, with furnished rooms and galleries.
Arlington Court and Garden
A Victorian garden with a conservatory and an ornamental pond is available. A partially restored kitchen garden that produces fruit, vegetables, and flowers for the House and Tearoom. Beautiful walks through the historic parkland, which includes stream-fed valleys and a peaceful lake with a heronry and bird hide.
In the spring, there are lovely drifts of bulbs, followed by azaleas and rhododendrons.
Visit the House, which has a wonderful shell collection. Over 50 horse-drawn carriages are also on display.
Final Thoughts
Look no further if you’re looking for a horticultural bed and breakfast in Exeter. In Exeter, you can book a Navigo Taxis, one of the top UK-based ride-hailing services. Visit these locations to have fun while traveling and arriving on time.
