| The Main Gardens
Leonardslee has been created in a spectacular
sheltered valley with over 9 miles of paths going up and down the valley slopes
as they wind through the gardens. Some of the paths have steps so
they can be awkward to navigate and many paths are not suitable for
wheelchair access. We suggest that less able-bodied visitors enjoy
the gardens from the easily-reached upper paths and from where good
views of the gardens can still be enjoyed, especially in the first half of May when the colours are best in these areas.
Exhibitions
The "Beyond the Dolls House" exhibition, the Victorian
cars, the Alpine house, the Clock Tower Restaurant and the Gift
Shop are all wheelchair-accessible, although there is a slope
down from the car park to these areas. The temperate green
house and toilets (including disabled toilet) are situated
adjacent to the car park. Both are easily accessible.
Dogs
With the exception of registered guide dogs,
we are unable to allow any dogs into the gardens. This is mostly
due to the abundance of wildlife (including wallabies, swans, duck,
geese and deer) that live at Leonardslee. If you do need to
bring your dog with you, you may walk them on a lead in our car
park, which is grass covered. The car park also offers
some shaded areas to park your car if you need to leave your dog
inside but please make sure that your dog has adequate water and
air.
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