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Chatsworth, Formal Gardens

Introduction

Chatsworth's formal gardens were mostly removed when the landscape park was created in the 18th century. The terraces were laid out in a series of gardens and parterres. They had paths, statues, temples, fountains and formal planting. Some of the original features survive within the landscape park.

Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts

Access contact details

http://www.chatsworth.org/opening-times-prices

Associated People
Features & Designations

Style

Formal

Features

  • Cascade
  • Description: The cascade has 24 steps and falls 182.8 metres (200 yards). Each step is a different size so that the noise of the water changes as it falls.
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  • Cascade
  • House
  • Description: Located at the head of the cascade.
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  • Ornamental Canal
  • Description: The Canal Pond.
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  • Temple
  • Description: Flora's temple.
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  • Statue
  • Description: A statue of the goddess Flora which resides within Flora's temple.
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  • Ornamental Fountain
  • Description: The Willow Tree Fountain has water shooting out of the branches and leaves.
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  • Landscape garden
  • Terrace
  • Path
  • Fountain
Key Information

Type

Formal

Survival

Part: standing remains

Open to the public

Yes

Civil Parish

Chatsworth