Goddards

Take time exploring the garden ‘rooms’ of this five acre garden. Designed by George Dillistone for the growing Terry family, during the chocolate factory hey day for the business. In keeping with the Arts and Crafts style, discover fragrant borders, wildlife areas, a small vegetable garden, orchard and glasshouse.

Refreshments are served on the sunny terrace overlooking the garden. Freshly baked scones and cakes, some with that infamous chocolate orange flavour can be enjoyed on a few outdoor tables and chairs. Alternatively, grab a reusable cup for a wander around the garden or pick one of the benches to pause and watch the wildlife at work.

The Terry factory clock tower can still be seen from the paddock orchard overlooking the racecourse linking the chocolate heritage of York and the Terry family from their factory to their home.

Please note that the house is used as a regional office and is closed to visitors. There is only accessible parking on site.

Timings & Tours

Saturday 13 September:

1100-1600

Sunday 14 September:

1100-1600

Saturday 20 September:

1100-1600

Sunday 21 September:

1100-1600

Location & directions

Goddards, 27 Tadcaster Road, Dringhouses, York, North Yorkshire, YO24 1GG

Directions:

For Sat Navs follow the address, 27 Tadcaster Road and not the postcode. Please note accessible parking only. Arrive by bike or foot, buses drop off close-by and plenty of free on street parking off the main road.

Contact on day:

[email protected]

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

Assisted access toilet only. Motorised scooter available to hire free, pre-booking via [email protected] recommended.

Additional information

All areas of the house are closed. Accessible parking only.

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