Extensive grounds with a lake and many fine trees stand at 600 feet above sea level. The gardens command a glorious view across to the Cheviot Hills and is a beautiful setting for a lovely collection of roses. The lake is home to swans, Canada geese and other wildfowl. The original garden was laid out with the lake in the form of a Dutch canal surrounded by raised grass walks on which stood classical statues. These have now gone. The lichen covered, formal balustraded terraced garden with parterres, now full of fragrant heritage roses, was laid out in 1909 to designs by Sir Reginald Blomfield in the delightful architectural style of that period.