Garden visits
The garden will surprise and enchant you - over the last 38 years it has been transformed into a succession of surprises as you move from one landscaped area to the next.
Lose yourself in 4 acres of tranquility - beautiful at all times, breathtaking in spring. Friendly fantails follow you around while you chance upon a host of gardens. The variety of textures and colours is endless.
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For garden lovers and all other interested clubs Ribblesdale is an absolute must for those wanting to get away from the rush of everyday life into a restful, unique NZ garden experience.
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Ribblesdale is developing its own micro-climate and
eco-system where environmental theories have been integrated into the design of the gardens and butterfly boudoir.
Our thematic gardens
Hosta haven
Native garden
Stumpery
Railway woodland track
Butterfly boudoir (summer and autumn)
Parkland garden
Woodland memories walk
Fragrant garden
Moonlight garden
Secret room
Azalea and rhododendron garden
Visitor information
>> GARDEN TOUR
Admission is $10 per person
To fully appreciate every aspect of the gardens you need to allow at least 1 hour and hopefully longer to enjoy
Unlimited photographic opportunities
Guide dogs only
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>> FACILITIES AND MORE
Excellent parking for both cars and coaches
Toilets
Food available by arrangement
Plant nursery onsite