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Gardens · South East England

Abbey Gardens

In or near Winchester.

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Abbey Gardens — public park in Winchester, Hampshire, UK.

Abbey Gardens, gardens in Hampshire

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2.5 h
Best time of year
Spring & summer (Apr–Sep)
Nearest railway station
Winchester · 1.0 km
  • Dog-friendly
  • Limited wheelchair access

About

Abbey Gardens is a place of interest in Hampshire, South-East England. The site is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest. It sits within the Winchester parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Winchester, about 1.0 km away. Postcode area SO23.

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Itchen SSSI
  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Test SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Abbey Gardens is a public garden located in Winchester, Hampshire, South-East England. It is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) for both the River Test and River Itchen, highlighting its ecological significance. The gardens provide a green space in an urban setting, featuring a variety of plant life and scenic views.

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Coordinates
51.0607, -1.3097
County
Hampshire
District
Winchester
Parish
Winchester, unparished area
Postcode
SO23 9LL
Parliamentary constituency
Winchester
Nearest railway station
Winchester — 1 km

Sources

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Places to eat & drink

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Abbey Gardens?
Abbey Gardens is in Hampshire, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode SO23 9LL), in the parish of Winchester, unparished area.
What is Abbey Gardens?
Abbey Gardens — public park in Winchester, Hampshire, UK.
How do I get to Abbey Gardens?
The nearest railway station is Winchester, about 1.0 km away. The nearest town is Winchester. Drivers can use postcode SO23 9LL.
Is Abbey Gardens a protected site?
Yes — Abbey Gardens is part of the River Itchen SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the River Test SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
How do I get to Abbey Gardens?
The nearest railway station is Winchester, about 1.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SO23 9LL.