Introduction
The site originates in the medieval period. Coughton Park, now a wood, lies 2 kilometres to the west. John Davenport undertook improvements in the late 18th century. The extensive grounds include two churches, a lake and a riverside walk. The gardens cover 10 hectares and were recreated in the 1990s to a period design. There is a formal courtyard garden, a walled garden and a bog garden.
- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
Telephone
441789400777Access contact details
Core opening hours: April to September, Wed. Thurs. Fri. Sat. Sun. 11.30 to 5pm. Also Tuesdays in July and August. In October, open Saturday and Sunday only. Check for variations. http://www.coughtoncourt.co.uk/visitors.html
Directions
2 miles north of Alcester on the A435.
Owners
The Throckmorton family
- Associated People
- Features & Designations
Features
- Herbaceous Border
- Lawn
- Lake
- Ornamental Pond
- Ornamental Fountain
- Walk
- Knot Garden
- Orchard
- Key Information
Type
Garden
Purpose
Ornamental
Principal Building
Domestic / Residential
Survival
Extant
Hectares
10
Open to the public
Yes
Civil Parish
Coughton
- References
References
- Fretwell, Katie {Coughton Court: park and garden survey} (1991) Coughton Court: park and garden survey