Compton Acres

Perennial Coreopsis is our Plant of the Month for September, bringing cheerful late-season colour with masses of daisy-like flowers that bloom from summer into autumn, while being wonderfully hardy and low maintenance🦋

Visit our Plant Centre to discover our September pick and find the perfect Perennial Coreopsis for your garden🌸


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The Plant Centre at Compton Acres offers everything from seasonal planting to garden favourites, with 10 acres of stunning gardens providing inspiration around every corner.

Our Café is welcoming Autumn with a selection of seasonal spiced sweet & savoury treats and three new drinks, Pumpkin Spice Latte, Maple Cinnamon Latte and Caramel Hot Chocolate🍂

Whether you’re warming up after exploring the gardens or simply joining us for a coffee and a sweet treat, take a moment and enjoy a little taste of Autumn at Compton Acres☕🍁

From beautiful cards and thoughtful gifts, to children’s toys, garden-inspired keepsakes and little treats, there’s something for all ages💚

Next time you visit Compton Acres, don’t forget to have a browse!



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Discover Compton Acres in Poole, home to 10 acres of beautiful gardens, a well-stocked Plant Centre and a gift shop filled with thoughtful gifts, cards and keepsakes.

From the Garden Team 🌿

There’s always something interesting to discover among the planting at Compton Acres. This month, our gardeners are highlighting three of their favourites: Chaste Tree, Japanese Anemone and Ivy-leaved Cyclamen, each bringing its own character to the gardens🌸

Alongside caring for the planting, our team is also propagating some plants, including Salvia, Skimmia, Vinca and Akebia, helping to grow the gardens for the future🍃

Want to discover more from our gardens? Sign up to our newsletter for monthly garden updates, upcoming events and special offers via our website.



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Discover the gardens at Compton Acres in Dorset, with 10 acres of beautiful themed gardens, seasonal planting and fascinating plants to explore. Sign up to our newsletter for monthly garden updates, upcoming events and special offers.

There’s always room for cake… especially when it’s freshly baked in-house by our incredible team of bakers🤎

From delicious cakes to sweet treats, there’s always something tempting waiting in the counter.

Pop into the Café and see what’s been baked today!☕🍰

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Enjoy a day at Compton Acres in Dorset, with ten-acres of gardens, quality plants, delicious food, showcasing plenty of inspiration around every corner.

Hello, September🍃

A new month, a little change in the air, and plenty of sunshine still shining across the gardens☀️

From late-summer colour to the first hints of autumn, September is a lovely time to explore the gardens and see the seasons begin to change. We'll look forward to seeing you in the gardens soon!



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From tranquil garden walks to seasonal blooms, Compton Acres provides a unique opportunity to experience some of Dorset's most beautiful gardens.

Sedums are the Plant of the Month for August, bringing late-summer colour with their tough, fleshy leaves that thrive in heat and drought, while their brilliant pink, red and golden star-shaped blooms provide a valuable source of food for bees and butterflies🦋

Visit our Plant Centre to discover our August pick and find the perfect Sedum for your garden!🌿



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Visit Compton Acres in Dorset for a beautiful day of gardening inspiration, with a well-stocked Plant Centre, seasonal plants and 10 acres of gardens to explore.

Discover the hidden corners of the Japanese Garden… 🇯🇵

From tranquil pathways and peaceful ponds, take your time and explore one of the most peaceful corners of Compton Acres🌱✨

Celebrating Afternoon Tea Week!✨

As Afternoon Tea Week comes to a close, we’re looking back on a week of delicious treats, freshly brewed tea and plenty of time to relax at the Compton Acres Café.

We’re proud to serve tea from our local supplier, , making every cuppa a little closer to home☕️

Thank you to everyone who joined us for a little afternoon indulgence this week, we hope you enjoyed every bite!💕