Award winning architectural gardens
The gardens at Athelhampton were created in 1891. The Ham-Stone compartments are exciting for both children and adults to explore, with ponds and fountains featuring throughout.
Athelhampton House and Gardens
About Athelhampton House and Gardens
Athelhampton nestles in the Piddle valley, between Tolpuddle and Puddletown, and is easily reached from the A35 main road.
The ancient manor of Athelhampton has been continually lived in since Saxon times. The manor is mentioned in the Domesday book.
The current house was largely constructed in Tudor times, with the Great Hall built by Sir William Martyn in 1485, considered one of the finest examples of Tudor architecture in England.
We have been in private ownership since 1485!
Athelhampton has been in private ownership since 1485- although the owners have changed over the last 500 years, the family still occupy part of the house today!
One of the most Haunted Houses in England
When you appreciate Athelhampton's complex history it is no wonder that it is considered to be one of the most haunted houses in England with an Ape, Duelists & Grey Lady said to be roaming.
Attraction Details
Opening Times
Regular Times
- Monday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Tuesday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Wednesday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Thursday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Friday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Saturday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Sunday, 10:00 - 17:00
Open all year round. Closed over Christmas and New Year. Please check our website www.athelhampton.com for up-to-date opening times.
Plan Your Visit
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Directions
Athelhampton House and Gardens
Athelhampton House, Athelhampton, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 7LG, England
what3words: ///following.published.monkey By Road On the A35 from Dorchester Poole, or A354 from Blandford follow our signs at the "Northbrook" junction, left at the traffic lights in Puddletown.
Tel: 01305 848363
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