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Free Entry to Goddards Garden for York Residents

28th Feb 2026 - 28th Feb 2026
Location: 27 Tadcaster Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO24 1GG
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Available to York residents only - see details of York Residents' Festival

The garden at Goddards hasn't opened for the season when the Visit York Residents' Festival takes place in January, so it's opening its doors exclusively to residents for free on Saturday 28th February, 11am - 4pm, ahead of opening for the season.

This five-acre garden on the edge of York racecourse is often described as a hidden gem. Bought from the Terry family as the regional office of the National Trust, the gardens are opened on selected days and are a surprise pocket of nature in the city suburbs overlooking the racecourse. Still true to the design by George Dillistone in close liaison with Noel Terry, created at the same time he built his Arts and Crafts home with Walter Brierley. A series of interlocking garden rooms continue to emulate the style outside. Small enough to feel personal, large enough to impress. Bring a picnic or grab a take away as you explore formal terraces, the orchard, vegetable garden and glasshouse and wildlife areas.

Head to the website for more details of what to expect and plan your visit to Goddards. Accessible parking available, please arrive on foot or by bike. The house is not open to visitors and there are takeaway refreshments with seats on the terrace, but no indoor tables.

No booking required. Just bring along a valid York Card, student card or identity card that proves your York residency.

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