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Botanic Gardens & Self Catering Cottages | Samarès Manor, Jersey

Visit the Botanic Gardens

Explore our many distinctive gardens and unique plant collections which thrive in this exceptionally fertile site.

Samarès Manor (Jèrriais: Mangni d’Sanmathès) is a manor house with medieval origins in the Vingtaine de Samarès, in the parish of St. Clement in Jersey, and is the traditional home of the Seigneur de Samarès. The name Samarès is an old French word meaning salt-marsh, and much of the low-lying surrounding areas are or were coastal marshes.

The manor house is a H-plan building with a number of Tudor arched windows on the ground floor.

The round colombier is believed to be the oldest in Jersey and may date to as early as the 12th century.

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Development of the gardens

These unique gardens, which have always offered exceptional planting conditions, were created in the 1920s by wealthy shipping line owner, Sir James Knott. In recent years they have undergone further development and diversification, and by creating new gardens and introducing unique plant collections.

Gardens of Colour • Calendar Gardens • The Hot Border • Exotic Plants • The Bee Garden • Heritage Apples and Pears

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Guided Tours

Let us be your guide

Explore the Manor House and Agricultural & Rural Life Museum with our knowledgeable tour guides.

SORRY - NO GUIDED TOURS UNTIL APRIL'23

The Herb Garden

One of the most spectacular in the British Isles.

The herb garden was the inspiration of garden designer John Brookes. Its design, which now incorporates the rose and lavender garden, can be best appreciated from the viewing platform. Culinary, fragrant, cosmetic and medicinal herbs are planted in large blocks within an abstract array of gravel paths. Herbs are for sale in the Manor’s Plant Centre.

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Family Activities

Garden Adventures

There’s lots to see and do for families at The Manor. Navigate the willow labyrinth, explore the jungle path and visit the children’s play area near the duck pond. Drop by the Seigneur’s stables and say hello to our farm animals, Alesha and her friends can’t wait to see you!

GUIDED TOURS

Why not enjoy a Guided Tour?

Explore the Manor House and Agricultural & Rural Life Museum with our knowledgeable tour guides.

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Garden Map

The Garden at a glance

Use this map online, or download one to carry with you on your garden journey.

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DINING

Cocorico at The Manor

French favourites, crêpes and galettes plus a great selection of freshly prepared meals to be enjoyed throughout the day.

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Please note that the car park gates will be locked up from 5.30pm daily.

OPENING TIMES

We are Open -7 Days a Week
11th February - 17 December 2023

  • Annual membership remains at £30 for the year and entitles the named member to bring a guest in for free. Children under 12 years are free of charge but should be accompanied

  • Opening hours
    11 Feb-31st March & 31st October-17th December 9.30-4pm
    April – October 9.30 – 5PM

  • Cocorico is open from 1st April 2023
  • Cocorico serves the manor’s paying customers and members.
  • Please note that the car park gates will be locked up from 5.30pm daily
  • We are not accepting cash payments at present, only card payments
  • Sadly no bicycles, footballs or dogs on site

We are so looking forward to seeing everyone enjoying the gardens at their finest!

Best Wishes,
The Samarès Manor Team

SHOP

For Gifts, Plants and Compost

MEMBERSHIP

Become a member on your next visit!

To become a member of The Botanic Gardens at Samarès Manor, please visit our Jardinalia shop where our staff can sign you up quickly on our membership till.

An annual membership costs £30 and allows the named member to bring in a guest free of charge at each visit.
Children under 12 years are free of charge but should be accompanied

. Members receive a 10% discount in the Jardinalia shop and Garden Centre.

Vouchers can also be purchased in the shop for membership and make a wonderful present that lasts all year!

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OPENING TIMES

The Gardens and Christmas shop are open from 10am until 4pm everyday until the 17th December

Everyday from 10.00am til 4.00pm

ENTRY FEES

ADULT: £9.75 | SENIOR (65+): £8.75
STUDENTS (Up to 18yrs): £5.50
Accompanied Children 12 years and under: FREE
*Unaccompanied children will not be admitted

GROUP RATES (10 or more): ADULTS: £7.45
SENIORS (65+): £6.95

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Contact

The Botanic Gardens
at Samarès Manor
La Grande Route de St Clement
St Clement
Jersey JE2 6QW

Office: +44 (0) 1534 870551
Gift Shop/Plant Centre: +44 (0) 1534 879635
Email: samaresmanor@gmail.com

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