Hidden away on the edge of York racecourse, Goddards is the former home of the Terry family, part of York’s chocolate heritage.
The National Trust team of gardeners and volunteers are putting the finishing touches to the garden, ready to welcome visitors back from March 1.
Longridge, National Trust senior gardener, said: “Spring at Goddards is a visual treat, and people always enjoy coming back to see what the new season will bring.
"It’s a large and varied site, with lots of different spaces to explore, and visitors can expect to see lots of daffodils, crocus in the orchard and rock gardens, and beautiful hyacinths on the terrace. It really is the most lovely, peaceful location to enjoy a pot of tea and some cake away from the bustle of central York.”
Today, the house itself is used as an office by the National Trust’s Yorkshire teams, but the lovingly cared-for gardens are open for the public to explore.
gardens are designed in the arts and crafts style, with separate outdoor garden ‘rooms’ set over five acres.
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