The history of the site of King John’s House’s gardens can be traced back to the late 1530s when King Henry VIII dissolved the monasteries. Then, King John’s House and the surrounding land belonged to the Romsey Benedictine nunnery.

Now, this area has been transformed into a series of beautiful gardens by a group of dedicated volunteers, who have created a welcoming oasis in the middle of town.

Pre-18th-Century plants flourish in the main garden, along with a Victorian terrace and a fountain courtyard.

The Gardens are designed and maintained by volunteers.

Guided Garden Tours:  These take place on Thursday mornings at 10.30am through the summer.  There is a small charge, and donations are always appreciated.  You could book here.

During the spring and summer, enjoy traditional afternoon tea from Miss Moody’s Tea Room in the Victorian Garden. (On sunny days, we are operating a pop-up service in the gardens from 10am-2pm Mon-Fri because our buildings are currently closed due to fire and smoke damage).