Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway - a magical place
in the New Forest National Park.
The Gardens are a spectacular 200 acre (100 hectare) site, world-famous for the Rothschild Collection of rhododendrons, azaleas, camellias and rare trees and shrubs. This earthly paradise offers a riot of colour in spring, an oasis of tranquility in summer followed by a splendid show as the leaves change in the autumn. Discover Exbury’s hidden beauty and escape the cares of the world as you explore a myriad of pathways. Let the train take the strain on a 20 minute journey or ride a chauffeur driven buggy to tour the Gardens. In December 2011 the Gardens were awarded the prestigious Hudson's Heritage "Garden of the Year" award.
- The Gardens are now closed for the winter and re-open for the 2012 season on Sat 10 March.
- Mr Eddy’s Restaurant and Tearooms, the Exbury Gift Shop and Plant Centre (all located close to the main entrance) share the same visiting hours as the Gardens.
- The Steam Railway runs every day the Gardens are open, with trains departing Exbury Central Station from 11am. View our new exhibition in the Engine Shed, "A Dream Come True", with video, info panels, railway posters and memorabilia.

Children under 16 will be welcomed free of charge into award-winning Exbury Gardens in 2012.

The lovely Leopard Lily, endangered in its native South Africa, is thriving at Exbury Gardens in the New Forest.

Exbury, in the New Forest, has been named the best garden to visit in the United Kingdom.





