Myddelton House Gardens

Myddelton House Gardens An enchanting place to visit any time of year. Gardens open 10:00-16:00 daily
Visitor Centre & Cafe

Delve into the enchanting six acres of Myddelton House Gardens and discover the compelling story of one of Britain’s most famous self-taught gardeners, artists and expert botanists - Edward Augustus Bowles. He lived in Myddelton House from 1865 to 1954 and dedicated much of his life to transforming the gardens with his love of unusual and exotic plants. There’s an impressive range of flora and fau

na to stimulate the senses each season. Explore the unusual plants of the Lunatic Asylum, newly restored Kitchen Garden, colourful Alpine Meadow and the extensive snowdrop collection which bring the gardens to life during February. The gardens are also home to a beautiful carp lake, a Victoria conservatory and a number of historical artefacts collected and treasured by Mr Bowles, including pieces from the original St Paul’s Cathedral and the Enfield Market Cross.

01/09/2026

Come and see the fantastic vibrant still life exhibition in The Garage 🖼️

Showing until 4 September

📣Closure of the museum 📣The museum area will be closed on 5 Septemberbetween 12:30 and 14:30 for a private booking. The ...
01/09/2026

📣Closure of the museum 📣
The museum area will be closed on 5 September
between 12:30 and 14:30 for a private booking. The Bowles Tea Room will be open as usual for visitors

Our succulents are on their summer holiday on the Tulip Terrace 🌵
31/08/2026

Our succulents are on their summer holiday on the Tulip Terrace 🌵

See some stunning local artwork in the Stable Block during the weekend. Diana Laurie will be showing her still life dr...
29/08/2026

See some stunning local artwork in the Stable Block during the weekend.

Diana Laurie will be showing her still life drawing over the weekend, so you can see this work up close and enjoy a walk around the gardens afterwards

Our wildlife spot this week is the Wasp Spider in the Kitchen Garden 🕷️ What wildlife have you spotted in the gardens?
22/08/2026

Our wildlife spot this week is the Wasp Spider in the Kitchen Garden 🕷️

What wildlife have you spotted in the gardens?

We're back open as normal (20/08/26)We're pleased to let you know our water supply has been restored.Our toilet block is...
20/08/2026

We're back open as normal (20/08/26)

We're pleased to let you know our water supply has been restored.

Our toilet block is open and we are operating our full service in the Bowles Tea Room.

Thank you for your patience and understanding while we resolved the issue. See you in the gardens 🌻

We're open but only able to offer a limited service today (20/08/26) Due to a burst water main in the area, our toilet b...
20/08/2026

We're open but only able to offer a limited service today (20/08/26)

Due to a burst water main in the area, our toilet block is closed and we’re only offering a restricted take away service.

The gardens remain open as normal.

We hope to open as normal by Friday 21 August.

We apologise for any inconvenience.

We’re currently closed (19/08/26)Tea rooms, toilets and museum are currently closed due to a burst water main in the ar...
19/08/2026

We’re currently closed (19/08/26)

Tea rooms, toilets and museum are currently closed due to a burst water main in the area. The gardens remain open.

We’ll reopen as soon as we can. Keep an eye on our website and social media for updates.

We apologise for any inconvenience.

Even in the heat, the Wisteria has push through a second bloom 💜
18/08/2026

Even in the heat, the Wisteria has push through a second bloom 💜

Address

Bulls Cross
Enfield
EN29HG

Telephone

03000 030 610

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