The Pleasure Gardens of Panshanger

Location: Panshanger Park

Group size: Maximum 20 people

Duration: Approx. 45 minutes

Suitable for: Adults and older children (children must be accompanied by an adult)

Uncover the lost beauty of Panshanger’s historic gardens through images, maps, and expert insight.

Join landscape historian Dr Anne Rowe for a fascinating illustrated presentation on the pleasure gardens of Panshanger, created from the 18th century onwards. Drawing on a rich archive of old illustrations, photographs, and detailed contemporary accounts, Dr Rowe will bring to life the gardens that once surrounded the grand mansion.

Although the gardens – like the house – were dismantled and their urns and balustrades auctioned off 75 years ago, traces still remain, hidden in the landscape and revealed through modern LiDAR imagery.

This talk will explore what once existed and what still survives, offering a glimpse into the elegance and artistry of a lost era.

Please note:

• This is a seated illustrated talk and does not involve a walk.
• Suitable for adults and older children (children must be accompanied by an adult).
• once you've heard about the gardens, either explore the Western area yourself or join David's walk this afternoon to see where they were.

From the B1000 look for the White lodge building and Tarmac signs. http://streetmap.co.uk/map.srf?X=529266&Y=213486&A... Enter through the metal gate and follow the track along until there is a right fork with signs to ‘Area Office’. Continue along this track until you reach a car park. Do not use the Thieves Lane Carpark.

This event is part of Heritage Open Days 2025 at Panshanger Park. Make sure to also explore the stables and check out the other free activities happening over the weekend. But please book to avoid disapointment.

This event is hosted by site owners Tarmac.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

PANSHANGER PARK, THE STABLES, HERTFORD, United Kingdom