Compton Acres

Compton Acres is a garden in Poole featuring five distinct garden sections including an Italian Garden, Rock Garden, Water Garden, Heather Garden, and Japanese Garden with traditional ornaments. Each section displays different gardening styles and plant collections throughout the grounds.

The gardens underwent complete renovation in recent decades and developed into a major horticultural collection in the United Kingdom. This transformation established the site as a significant gardening destination in the region.

The Japanese Garden section was designed by a Japanese architect and features authentic layout principles with imported decorative objects and traditional plant arrangements. Visitors can experience classical Japanese garden design principles within an English setting.

The gardens are typically open from 10 to 17 and offer two cafes serving food and drinks plus free parking. Wearing comfortable shoes is recommended since the grounds feature various terrains and pathways for exploring the different garden sections.

The grounds support more than 3000 species of trees, shrubs, bulbs, and herbaceous plants, thriving thanks to Dorset's mild climate. This extensive diversity allows visitors to see an impressive array of plant species in a single location.

Location: Poole

Website: http://comptonacres.co.uk

GPS coordinates: 50.70720,-1.92639

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:00