Farringford

Testimonials

Having lived on the Isle of Wight for many years, we had never visited Farringford. We were extremely impressed with the gardens. Everything in the walled garden is very new and extremely well maintained. The woodland walk is about half a mile and easy. The house wasn't open, but we knew this before we visited. However, the restoration exhibition was just amazing. To see how the house has changed over the centuries up to present day was extremely interesting and the present owners have done a fantastic job as far as we could see. What was amazing was the removal of Fred Pontin's holiday cottages and the re-installation of the walled garden. One would never know that all the holiday cottages had been pulled down. This whole thing must've been an incredible project and the owners are to be congratulated.

The lady on the ticket desk was very welcoming and we were very impressed with the laminated garden map instead of a paper leaflet. What a good idea. We really enjoyed our afternoon.

TripAdvisor icon TripAdvisor

Having lived on the Isle of Wight for many years, we had never visited Farringford. We were extremely impressed with the gardens. Everything in the walled garden is very new and extremely well maintained. The woodland walk is about half a mile and easy. The house wasn't open, but we knew this before we visited. However, the restoration exhibition was just amazing. To see how the house has changed over the centuries up to present day was extremely interesting and the present owners have done a fantastic job as far as we could see. What was amazing was the removal of Fred Pontin's holiday cottages and the re-installation of the walled garden. One would never know that all the holiday cottages had been pulled down. This whole thing must've been an incredible project and the owners are to be congratulated.

The lady on the ticket desk was very welcoming and we were very impressed with the laminated garden map instead of a paper leaflet. What a good idea. We really enjoyed our afternoon.

 Farringford Gardens

Absorbing history and very thought provoking about Victorian ways of living etc

Guest book icon Guest Book

Absorbing history and very thought provoking about Victorian ways of living etc

 Farringford Historic Home of Alfred Lord Tennyson

Absolutely stunning!  Better than Wisley, Hampton Court: Blown away xxx Mandy

Guest book icon Guest Book

Absolutely stunning!  Better than Wisley, Hampton Court: Blown away xxx Mandy

 Farringford Gardens

We had a really enjoyable time today visiting the house despite the dreadful weather. The house has been wonderfully restored with great attention to detail. The staff were welcoming and knowledgeable. Thoroughly recommend a visit.

Facebook icon Facebook

We had a really enjoyable time today visiting the house despite the dreadful weather. The house has been wonderfully restored with great attention to detail. The staff were welcoming and knowledgeable. Thoroughly recommend a visit.

 Farringford Historic Home of Alfred Lord Tennyson

The current owner has restored this house exceptionally well. The atmosphere is preserved so well its a time capsule that needs little imagination to appreciate the life of Tennyson and the family. It reflects his desire to be somewhat isolated from the fame and adulation of his "fans " . Seeking peace and privacy to undertake his craft. Tha guides are knowledgeable and to hand. The audio tour adds so much more. For the less mobile there are several steps and a flight of stairs to negotiate but guides were available to help. A good experience and the grounds and gardens can be enjoyed at leisure. Parking couldn't be easier.

Guest book icon Guest Book

The current owner has restored this house exceptionally well. The atmosphere is preserved so well its a time capsule that needs little imagination to appreciate the life of Tennyson and the family. It reflects his desire to be somewhat isolated from the fame and adulation of his "fans " . Seeking peace and privacy to undertake his craft. Tha guides are knowledgeable and to hand. The audio tour adds so much more. For the less mobile there are several steps and a flight of stairs to negotiate but guides were available to help. A good experience and the grounds and gardens can be enjoyed at leisure. Parking couldn't be easier.

 Farringford Historic Home of Alfred Lord Tennyson

Absolutely loved it - especially the handmade arches. Joy

Guest book icon Guest Book

Absolutely loved it - especially the handmade arches. Joy

 Farringford Gardens

Wonderful, passionate and engaging management team.

Guest book icon Guest Book

Wonderful, passionate and engaging management team.

 Farringford Gardens

Excellent & interesting.  Very good guides and headsets.

Guest book icon Guest Book

Excellent & interesting.  Very good guides and headsets.

 Farringford Historic Home of Alfred Lord Tennyson

Grade 1 listed building set in beautiful gardens. To visit the house and gardens you need to book a slot, a guided tour with either the guide telling you what is what or you can use the device to listen to as you walk around the eleven rooms on show. Truly magnificent rooms on show, sadly you cannot take pictures inside.

Guest book icon Guest Book

Grade 1 listed building set in beautiful gardens. To visit the house and gardens you need to book a slot, a guided tour with either the guide telling you what is what or you can use the device to listen to as you walk around the eleven rooms on show. Truly magnificent rooms on show, sadly you cannot take pictures inside.

 Farringford Historic Home of Alfred Lord Tennyson

A beautifully restored piece of history, the staff were lovely and really well informed. Well worth a visit.

Facebook icon Facebook

A beautifully restored piece of history, the staff were lovely and really well informed. Well worth a visit.

 Farringford Historic Home of Alfred Lord Tennyson
“

Absolutely loved it - especially the handmade arches. Joy

”
Absolutely loved it
>
© 2026 Farringford
Cookies and Privacy Policy · Sitemap · Credits