点评:The Alnwick Garden: An Unexpectedly Incredible Day Out
I originally planned my visit to Alnwick solely to see the Poison Garden, not realising it was part of the much larger Alnwick Garden experience. What a wonderful surprise! While the £20 entrance fee initially felt a bit steep, it turned out to be excellent value for money.
The gardens themselves are absolutely stunning and far exceeded all expectations. We spent four hours exploring and could have easily stayed longer. From the elegant cherry orchard and dramatic water features to the rich variety of plant displays and great dining options, there’s something to delight everyone—families, couples, and nature lovers alike.
A particular highlight was the Poison Garden tour. Our guide, Carol, was fantastic—engaging, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about the subject. In just 20 minutes, she took us through a fascinating collection of the world’s most dangerous plants, blending storytelling with important safety insights. It was both educational and eye-opening, especially when we recognised toxic species we’d seen in everyday settings. Be sure to look out for the infamous Gympie-Gympie plant!
The Poison Garden is included in the general admission, and honestly, the tour alone justifies the ticket price. Booking online is recommended for a discount and instant access. We’ll definitely be returning—next time adding a visit to the nearby castle as well.
Thank you, Alnwick Garden, and especially Carol, for an unexpectedly incredible day out!
翻译:阿尼克花园:意想不到的精彩一日游
我原本计划去阿尼克只是为了参观毒药花园,没想到它竟然是规模更大的阿尼克花园体验的一部分。真是个惊喜!虽然20英镑的门票一开始感觉有点贵,但结果发现物超所值。
花园本身美得令人窒息,远远超出了我们的预期。我们花了四个小时探索,其实完全可以待更久。从优雅的樱桃园和引人入胜的水景,到种类繁多的植物展示和琳琅满目的餐饮选择,每个人都能找到自己喜欢的乐趣——无论是家庭、情侣还是自然爱好者。
毒药花园之旅尤其精彩。我们的导游卡罗尔非常棒——她热情友好、知识渊博,而且显然对这个主题充满热情。在短短的20分钟内,她就带我们参观了一系列世界上最危险的植物,并将故事与重要的安全提示融为一体。这既有教育意义,又令人大开眼界,尤其是当我们认出那些在日常生活中常见的有毒物种时。一定要留意臭名昭著的金皮-金皮植物!
毒药花园包含在普通门票内,说实话,光是参观就值回票价了。建议在线预订,享受折扣和即时入场。我们一定会再来的——下次还会加上附近的城堡。
感谢阿尼克花园,尤其是卡罗尔,让我们度过了一个意想不到的精彩的一天!