News from Athelhampton House & Gardens.

If you have been thinking about making the switch to electric, there is now an even better reason to visit Athelhampton. As an established self-drive location for Tesla  for over a year, we are pleased to see our cars swapped for the latest models, bringing visitors an even more up to date driving experience. Now available from the estate are two sleek black vehicles, the Tesla Model 3 Long Range  and the latest Tesla Model Y , ready to be enjoyed on the open roads of Dorset.

While Athelhampton is a historic house, we also have a mission to support modern day local artists and craftspeople, even in small ways. Various local artisans stock Athelhampton's shop, supplying beautiful pieces that you can't find anywhere else. One such artist is Silvia Pineda. The Mexican born daughter of a jeweller and a sculptor, artistry runs in her blood. She exhibited her paintings in our art gallery, and her jewellery and ceramics are now a staple in Athelhampton's

The gardens at Athelhampton are a riot of colour this spring. Over the past year, we have been extending our herbaceous borders, with over 1,000 feet of deep, generous planting, filled with texture, structure and seasonal interest. Along the South Walk, planting follows the spirit of Gertrude Jekyll, with thoughtful combinations designed to evolve beautifully through the months. In the Green Court, the palette shifts to something altogether more vibrant, with fiery reds, glow