Farringford Historic House and Gardens

4.8(182)

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Farringford Historic House offers a rare glimpse into the life of Alfred Lord Tennyson in a Grade 1 listed home restored to its original state. Business visitors can book guided tours by appointment, featuring an engaging audio guide that blends history, poetry, and music to enrich the experience.

The venue’s walled gardens, created in 2017, reflect the cottage-style charm of Tennyson's era and provide a tranquil setting for small outdoor gatherings or breaks. Located near unspoiled coastline and walking paths, Farringford combines cultural heritage with peaceful natural surroundings for distinctive corporate events.

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Intimate client tours & cultural experiences
Executive offsites with scenic garden breaks
Small group historical explorations & discussions

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Standout features

Historic Architecture

Grade I listed home of Alfred Lord Tennyson

The house has been beautifully restored to its original state, preserving the atmosphere of a real, liveable family home from Tennyson's lifetime. Tours are by appointment and include an informative audio guide with poetry and music extracts.

Gardens

Walled cottage-style garden inspired by Tennyson

Lovingly restored since 2017, the gardens reflect the style and tranquility of Tennyson's era, offering peaceful, colorful views across adjoining meadows in an area of outstanding natural beauty.

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Rated 4.8 on Google · 182 reviews