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Godinton House

Godington Lane, Ashford TN23 3BP , England
01233 620773
Ranked #1 of 7 attractions in Ashford
4.5 of 5 stars 7 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites
Most recent review
- 24 Apr 2012
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Ashford, United Kingdom
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105 reviews 105 reviews
37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

We have not undertaken the inside tour of the house, just enjoyed the gardens and tea room. Do not expect a highly manicured and slick tourist operation, but relax and enjoy the most attractive grounds and very English Country Gardens that could be found anywhere. Godington House is a place to visit, amble around, pause a bit to sit down,... More

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Ashford, United Kingdom
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22 reviews 22 reviews
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2012

This location is one of the hidden treasures of Ashford and please go and look at the gardens amazing and well recommended - Love it!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2012

To attend a function at Godinton House with our grand children, or just enjoy the beautiful ground and delicious cakes in the cafeteria must be one of my favourite days out. Just to wander, relax and admire the grounds and gardens is a lovely way to spend a day, AND it's not expensive - you can get a season ticket... More

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Letchworth
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28 reviews 28 reviews
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 November 2011

Godington House is a sizeable country house and garden that is missing a trick or rather a number of tricks. The guided house tour is informative and well worth paying for, however the tea rooms have an overpriced and very limited menu. On our two previous visits the staff int he tea room seemed to be disinterested and without leadership.... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 September 2011

On a warm sunny day my wife & I took a drive out into the country to Godinton House. It is a wonderfully situated place surrounded by rolling fields. Tranquil doesn't cover it. The house itself is spectacular with many of the furnishings from times gone by. The tour, although restricted to only afternoons, is a well informed, fun &... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 August 2011 via mobile

The house was interesting, admission is by guided tour only, the tour was about an hour and a half, I would say not suitable for children. The garden was very good and was a great place to relax in, I particularly liked the walled garden, and the tree swing was great for the kids .

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Kent
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2010
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Friendly people, beautiful gardens, loads of space for kids to run around in, long rope swing for children, vegetable patch and lovely pond features and statues. Great to visit on a sunny day.

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