Goddards House and Garden

General information

Discover a hidden gem - only a stone's throw from York City Centre lies the cherished family home of Noel Goddard Terry, owner of the famous chocolate factory Terry’s of York.

The house was designed by York architect Walter Brierley in the Arts and Crafts style and is complemented by four acres of gardens, designed by George Dillistone.

Take an intimate glimpse into the family home and the lives of the Terry family. Discover the story of Terry's chocolate making in York.

The garden is an oasis for wildlife and includes yew-hedged garden rooms, bowling green, wilderness gardens and plants for every season.

Note: The house is also used as regional offices for the National Trust in Yorkshire.

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