Entrance half price until March 31st 2025
Welcome to Dorset’s Botanic Garden
Nestled in 26 acres of glorious countryside, Sculpture by the Lakes is a perfectly curated oasis, that breaks down barriers between you and your surroundings.
Renowned contemporary sculptor Simon Gudgeon and his team of makers, invite you to explore the seamless symmetry between art, nature and relaxation.
This isn’t an experience to be rushed. Lose time and unwind in The Sculpture Park and discover something special in The Makers Yard – enjoy delicious homemade food in The Kitchen, fresh local produce in The Pantry, find unique gifts and goodies in The Store and curated exhibition pieces in The Gallery.
Take time, switch off and immerse yourself in your own day.
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The Sculpture Park
An oasis for artists, collectors, garden enthusiasts, nature lovers or anyone who simply wants to take time and switch off.
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The Makers Yard
Enjoy delicious homemade food from our Kitchen, local produce in the Pantry, unique items in our Store and outstanding exhibitions in The Gallery.
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Feast and flourish
The Makers Yard Kitchen offers a relaxed, cosy setting where you can enjoy home-grown and local produce that celebrates the seasons, with fresh, authentic ingredients sourced directly on-site.
Our Kitchen Gardeners work hand-in-hand with our chefs to create menus bursting with simple British garden food. We also have an array of delicious homemade cakes, a wide selection of teas and coffees and exquisite wines, local beers and ciders.
We look forward to welcoming you to The Kitchen.
Visit an exhibition
The Gallery is nestled within The Makers Yard at Sculpture by the Lakes.
We proudly exhibit pieces by both local and international artists, displaying a wide variety of work, from small, limited edition prints to monumental sculptures. All works are carefully selected so we can offer the best possible pieces by exceptional artists.
We invite all our visitors to come and enjoy our free entry gallery with its incredible collection of ever changing art.
Meet the makers
Simon and Monique Gudgeon are the creators of Sculpture by the Lakes. Simon is a world renowned sculptor and Monique an exceptional gardener. They are creatives in the purest form, inspiring and celebrating the art of making.
Simon’s perpetual fascination with wildlife and the natural world is evident throughout his work. From his studio on-site, he continues to innovate, while honouring his core belief that sculpture must above all be beautiful, stimulate the senses and elevate the spirit.
Monique, the Garden Director seamlessly intertwines her vision for a sustainable garden that sings throughout every season with Simon’s art.
Alongside local artisan crafts and creators of delicious food, Sculpture by the Lakes is a celebration of makers.
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