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Lukesland Gardens

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Overview

‘One of the finest gardens of its kind in the South West’ (Good Gardens Guide), Lukesland is a hidden gem.

This 24-acre family-run garden has an impressive collection of flowering shrubs and rare trees, planted by a Dartmoor stream in a peaceful woodland valley, but still easily accessible from the A38. Wonderful spring and autumn colour.

Tea room serving home-made soup and cakes. Children’s trail. Dogs welcome on a lead.

Spring openings: Sunday, Wednesday and Bank Hols 11am – 5pm from 22nd March – 10th June. Autumn: Sunday and Wednesday 11th October – 15th November.

VE Bank Holiday opening on 8th May in aid of the British Red Cross, to celebrate its 150th birthday. Normal entry applies.

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