Many of these local events are sponsored by the Gold Club, an initiative of the Gardens group at Yeovil, Sherborne and Poundbury. Dorset Gardens Trust is now a corporate member which allows members to get discounts when purchasing at these centres. You will need a coupon from one of our events. In addition the Gold Club provides free talks for members of affiliated groups.
Local Events which might be of interest to DGT members (please scroll down to see all)
Please book these events with the organisers.
We cannot book these events for you - please refer to organisers. DGT events are displayed on the “Events” tag above. There are also interesting events run by The Gardens Trust
OLD FONTHILL ABBEY GROUNDS
Bluebell woods and rhododendrons
Lakeside walks and Abbey views
Barbecue and homemade refreshments
SUNDAYS 3rd & 17th MAY 2026 10:30 - 4:30
SP3 6SP on the Hindon - Newtown lane
(Must close in high winds)
Entry donation - suggest £10 per adult. Polite dogs welcome
In aid of Cure Parkinson's and local charities
We look forward to seeing you at one of our open days this spring in aid of The Cure Parkinson’s Trust (registered charity no. 1111816) and local charities.
All day we offer homemade cakes and soup, also barbecued Buttlings bangers.
Unfortunately in the case of very high winds if Stourhead closes so will we (check National Trust Stourhead).
Please feel free to forward this notice to friends.
