See Yorkshire in Bloom at These 5 Stunning Gardens

From vibrant borders to flourishing kitchen gardens, National Trust’s Yorkshire gardens have burst into bloom.

Yorkshire is home to some truly beautiful outdoor spaces, many of them looked after by the National Trust. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful countryside escape, scenic walking routes or colourful seasonal displays, these gardens are the perfect place to slow down and spend time in nature. Here are five of our favourite National Trust gardens in Yorkshire.

Beningbrough, North Yorkshire

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Beningbrough’s eight-acre formal gardens are especially beautiful in early summer, with colourful herbaceous borders and blossom-filled orchard spaces coming into bloom. What’s more, the gardens are currently undergoing a major transformation led by award-winning designer Andy Sturgeon, creating new spaces to explore.

One of the highlights is the Mediterranean Garden, which opened in summer 2024. Follow winding pathways lined with pollinator-friendly planting, pause in tucked-away seating areas and listen to the calming sound of water trickling into the pond. Be sure to look out for the elegant pergola too, where tumbling white wisteria creates one of the prettiest corners of the estate.

Where: Beningbrough, York, North Yorkshire, YO30 1DD.
In a nutshell: Eight acres of ever-changing gardens filled with spring bulbs, colourful borders, historic trees and beautifully designed outdoor spaces.

Nunnington Hall, North Yorkshire

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Set on the banks of the River Rye, Nunnington Hall is a serene spot where time seems to stand still. Managed fully organically since 2002, the gardens blend traditional horticultural methods with modern techniques, and you might spot the gardeners pottering about when you visit.

The newly redesigned Iris Garden is a highlight, reopening in May 2025 following a sustainable transformation focused on biodiversity, accessibility and year-round colour. With more than 500 irises across 46 varieties, it’s been reimagined as a tranquil space to explore and unwind.

Where: Nunnington Hall, Nunnington, North Yorkshire, YO62 5UY.
In a nutshell: Peaceful riverside gardens bursting with seasonal colour, organic planting and wandering peacocks.

Wentworth Castle Gardens, South Yorkshire

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Created over four centuries, Wentworth Castle Gardens sprawls across 60 acres, making it ideal for a summer day out in South Yorkshire. Wander through formal gardens, hidden pathways and sweeping parkland, while herds of deer graze peacefully in the distance.

Don’t miss the Victorian Flower Garden, where colourful planting creates a peaceful suntrap after the climb uphill. The conservatory is also worth a visit, home to plants from five continents thriving beneath the glass.

Where: Wentworth Castle Gardens, Park Drive, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S75 3EN.
In a nutshell: 60 acres of formal gardens, wilderness trails, historic monuments and scenic spaces to relax and explore.

Nostell, West Yorkshire

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Nostell’s grand gardens become a real highlight in summer, bursting with vibrant colour and the unmistakable fragrance of lavender drifting through the formal gardens south of the stable block. The Menagerie Garden is a popular spot for picnics, while the wildflower meadow attracts electric blue damselflies and the gentle buzz of bees.

Don’t leave without visiting the kitchen garden either, where rhubarb, apples and heritage pears flourish through the warmer months, ready for harvest later in the season.

Where: Nostell, Doncaster Road, Nostell, near Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 1QE.
In a nutshell: Vibrant gardens with colourful borders, a tranquil lake, orchards and a charming historic menagerie.

Goddards, North Yorkshire

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Once home to the Terry family, Goddards is a peaceful haven on the outskirts of York. From the moment you step through the gatehouse, it feels like entering a secret world far removed from the bustle of the city. Designed as a series of separate garden rooms, there’s plenty to explore, and the space really comes into its own in summer.

Follow the spectacular double herbaceous borders that line the back wall of the house, breathe in the perfume of the blooms in the fragrant garden and discover tucked-away corners to relax or play. You can even borrow tennis and croquet sets for a game on the lawn.

Where: Goddards, 27 Tadcaster Road, Dringhouses, York, North Yorkshire, YO24 1GG
In a nutshell: Elegant garden rooms filled with formal terraces, wildlife-friendly spaces and beautiful blooms on the edge of York.