In spring and summer, our gardens come to life, with blossom in the trees, borders full of colour and quiet corners filled with birdsong. Wander the paths, pause by the ponds and enjoy the huge variety of flowers. We’d love you to make a day of it, whether you’re visiting for a peaceful solo stroll, a day out with family or time together with friends. The ‘Garden Day Ticket’ provides access to Castle Ashby Gardens, Arboretum, Animal Menagerie, Garden Kitchen and play area. This ticket includes parking. When booking a ticket online, you will choose a time slot in which to arrive in. This is only the arrival time, you may stay as long as you wish to enjoy the gardens.  

Please purchase tickets online. High season 2026 garden ticket prices are as follows (parking included):

Adult (16+) £11.50, Child (Age 3-15) £5.50, Family (2 Adults + 2 Children) £28.00, Under-3s go free. Plus booking fee.

Our Gardens are open from 10am to 4pm Thursday to Monday. 

Fish Feedings: Make your way to the Cedar Hide, overlooking Par Pond in the Arboretum, and enjoy the simple pleasure of feeding the fish, including carp, pike, roach and bream. It's a wonderful way for families to connect with nature, entertain little ones, or simply pause and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Fish food is available to purchase as an optional add-on to your garden admission ticket. Please note that fish feeding is only permitted at the Cedar Hide in the Arboretum. We kindly ask that you do not feed the fish in the Orangery.

Should you wish to visit the Garden Kitchen, the opening hours during our winter season (from Monday 28th September) are: 10am to 3.30pm, last orders in the kitchen at 3pm. 

We will notify you of any garden closures on our website homepage (only), please check before travelling. Please read our visitor information page for useful information. Garden Day Tickets are not available to purchase on event days, only event tickets are available.