Houses & Gardens
Belvoir Castle
Estate Office
Belvoir
Leicestershire
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The present Castle is the fourth to have stood on the site since Norman times, the existing Castle was completed in the early 19th century after previous buildings suffered complete or partial destruction during the Wars of the Roses, the Civil War and a major fire in 1816.
Below the terrace of the Castle sloping lawns lead down to the Rose and Statue Gardens which are elegantly laid out round a central fountain. The Statue Collection terraced into the hillside includes work by Caius, Cibber - Sculptor to Charles II.
Surrounding the rustic summer house, dating from 1800, the gardens have been lovingly restored to their original beauty. These magical woodland gardens, set in a natural amphitheatre with fresh water springs, are carefully planned to ensure plants bloom all year round. The Spring Gardens are open to groups throughout the year by arrangement with the Belvoir Castle Opening Office.
Tuesday 11:00 To 17:00; Wednesday 11:00 To 17:00; Thursday 11:00 To 17:00; Saturday 11:00 To 17:00; Sunday 11:00 To 17:00; Bank Holiday 11:00 To 17:00; Closed Christmas; Closed New Year
