Howick Estate Office, Alnwick, Northumberland NE66 3LB
Howick Hall Gardens & Arboretum
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Wildland
Half day
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Why it's Wildland
7.2The ancestral seat of the Earls Grey since 1319, where a family-created garden meets an arboretum of more than 65 acres.
Howick combines a long family history with room to explore: gardens created by the 5th Earl Grey and his family sit alongside an arboretum spanning more than 65 acres. The spring daffodils and specimen trees give the visit a strong seasonal and botanical character.
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The experience
Explore the gardens and arboretum, then pause at the Earl Grey Tea House. The official site describes the arboretum as covering more than 65 acres and the gardens as created by the 5th Earl Grey and his family. Check current admission, opening and route details before setting out.
Things to do
Explore the gardens
Wander through the gardens created by the 5th Earl Grey and his family.
Look for spring daffodils and specimen trees
The source row identifies spring daffodils and specimen trees as features of the garden.
Explore the arboretum
The official site describes an arboretum of more than 65 acres, with a wide range of shrubs and trees.
Visit the Earl Grey Tea House
The official site describes the tea house as a place to stop for food and Earl Grey tea. Confirm current service and opening arrangements.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · 1–2 hours
Quick garden visit
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Explore the gardens and look for the spring daffodils and specimen trees.
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Finish with a pause at the Earl Grey Tea House if open.
Half day · Half day
Gardens and arboretum half day
- 01
Spend time in the gardens created by the 5th Earl Grey and his family.
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Continue into the arboretum, described by the official site as covering more than 65 acres.
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Take a break at the Earl Grey Tea House; check current opening arrangements.
Verified history
The official site describes Howick as the ancestral seat of the Earls Grey since 1319. It says the gardens were created by the 5th Earl Grey and his family. The supplied Tripadvisor excerpt notes the 2nd Earl Grey, after whom the famous tea is named.
When to go
· Check current seasonal advice with the garden; no specific time of day is established by the supplied sources.
Spring is supported by the source row’s mention of spring daffodils. The supplied sources do not establish precise peak weeks.
Check the local forecast and current visitor information before travelling.
What to look for
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Look for the spring daffodils and specimen trees mentioned in the source row
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the official site also identifies the arboretum’s wide range of shrubs and trees.
The story
Earls Grey; historic family estate and garden
Best time to go
Spring for the daffodils and seasonal flowers; other seasonal highlights should be checked with the garden.
Spring is a well-supported choice: the source row highlights spring daffodils. Confirm seasonal highlights and current opening details with the garden.
How long to spend
Half day
Perfect for
Families · Couples · Photographers · Walkers · History lovers
Before you go
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Listed hours
- Monday: 10:30am-5pm
- Tuesday: 10:30am-5pm
- Wednesday: 10:30am-5pm
- Thursday: 10:30am-5pm
- Friday: 10:30am-5pm
- Saturday: 10:30am-5pm
- Sunday: 10:30am-5pm
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Practical information
Opening & access
Visitor attraction with gardens and an arboretum. Check current admission and access arrangements before visiting.
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Parking
Wheelchair-accessible car park reported in the source row; check current arrangements before visiting.
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Toilets
Wheelchair-accessible toilet reported in the source row; check availability before visiting.
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Food & drink
The official site describes the Earl Grey Tea House as serving food and Earl Grey tea. Check current opening arrangements.
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Dogs
The supplied Tripadvisor source says dogs are not allowed. Check current rules before visiting.
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Accessibility
The source row reports a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating and toilet. Check directly for current access details and any route-specific limitations.
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Cost
Paid
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Around Howick Hall Gardens & Arboretum
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances
