Odell Lodge

Explore peaceful woodland paths to riverside views, this hidden gem invites visitors to slow down and explore at their own pace 

Large Water fountain with rolling field behind

15 June 2025

Odell

Entrance fee:
£6.00 per adult and under 12's free
Times :
12pm - 5pm
To arrange a group booking contact:
emmajaneslater@redcross.org.uk
By kind permission of:
Mrs Katie O'Caerbhaill

For all enquiries please contact us via email opengardens@redcross.org.uk Or phone us on 0300 456 1005

Cancelled. 

Regrettably this event has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. 

We hope this garden will re-open in the future. Please keep checking this page for more details.

What to see at Odell Lodge. 

Tucked quietly behind the trees, Odell Lodge is home to an extensive, well-established garden full of charm, character and not a few unexpected delights. From peaceful woodland paths to riverside views, this hidden gem invites visitors to slow down and explore at their own pace. The garden stretches all the way to the banks of the Great Ouse, with a mile-long walk that takes in water meadows, a secluded pond, a kitchen garden with chickens, and even a five-acre wood.

On your walk, keep an eye out for Ice Age Sid, the quirkily-shaped conifer, and his companion Merlin the topiary dragon. Or you can meander up the bank along the secret path for views over the river ’lake’ or even retreat to the peaceful forest triangle to lie back on the pine needles and simply take a moment to ‘forest bathe.’

Finally, make your way back to the wide lawns that stretch in front of the Lodge house itself to take in the spectacular views to the river and indulge in some delicious Afternoon Tea and home-made cakes. There’s something here for everyone to enjoy.

Your visit helps people in crisis

The Red Cross helps people in the UK and across the world get the support they need in an emergency. With Open Gardens, you'll be raising funds for this important work.

Address:

Odell Lodge
High Street
Odell
Beds
MK43 7BB

Directions:

By Car:
Locate the village High Street and the event will be signposted

Facilities:

  • Refreshments - Afternoon Tea and home-made cakes
  • Limited wheelchair access
  • On street parking
  • Toilet facilities