Visits & Tours
The society arranges a programme of outings through the year, some day trips and others afternoon or evening visits. Often they include special access to gardens and are frequently led by experts. We try to vary the days of the visits so all our members, whether working or retired, have the opportunity to join in.
Every other year we arrange a holiday, visiting several gardens and places of interest.
We use executive coaches from a local travel firm as comfort is important.
We also try to ensure that the hotels we use are accessible.
Visits 2019
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Saturday 20th July
The Walled Gardens of Cannington. Nr Bridgewater, Somerset
The visit includes a tour of the garden – a 70m herbaceous border is a special feature.
A hot drink & cake is included in the price and a restaurant is available for lunch.
Leave for home approx. 4.00pm
Price: £40.00
Coach pick-up points:-
| Finches Green | 8.30am |
| Alton Health Centre | 8.35am |
| Sainsbury’s | 8.40am |
| Alton Fire Station | 8.45am |
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Saturday 10th August
Old Camps, Thatcham
A tour of the garden which includes panoramic views of Watership Down. The garden has been featured on TV.
Restaurant and plant sales
Leave for home approx. 4.30pm
Price: £23.00
Coach pick-up points:-
| Finches Green | 11.30am |
| Sainsbury’s | 11.40am |
Booking form inside back cover of the society 2019 Programme. No Booking can be accepted without a booking form & payment. Cheques payable to Alton Horticultural Society. All bookings must be completed 4 weeks in advance of the selected outing.