Claiming to be Britain’s “hottest garden”, with a microclimate some 5°C warmer than the mainland, Ventnor Botanic Garden played host to our annual garden visit.., and certainly lived up to its reputation. With glorious weather throughout the day, and ideal conditions on the water for our ferry trips. our party of 49 enjoyed a full day of garden perambulation, an “around the Island" tour and smooth ferry crossings with spectacular views of the Solent and Southampton Water. Founded originally ...