6 acres of lawns and landscaped grounds on the hills above Lake Windermere, designed by Mawson around 1909; conifers and specimen trees best in spring and early summer with a colourful display of rhododendrons, azaleas and Japanese maples; grounds offer splendid views to Coniston mountains. Pls note dogs allowed in the grounds only & admission is cash only. Opens on multiple dates from 1st May to 31st August.
Two acre country garden managed by head gardener, Fiona Thompson, with striking herbaceous borders, dry stone wall terracing, white garden, Japanese themed garden, and “hot” garden. Extensive vegetable gardens with polytunnels and greenhouse and our ⅓ acre walled garden. Orchard with traditional apple, pear and plum trees. New woodland meadow area and herb garden. Opens Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th August.
Stepping into this garden is akin to stepping into another world. As one visitor remarked ‘this is unlike any English garden I have ever seen.’ On this small and modest plot one finds huge leaves, tall exotic plants jostling for light with the small and the delicate. Created with a passion for the exotic landscapes of the Caribbean which was inspired by a visit to Barbados. Opens Sunday 30th August.
The garden was all lawns surrounding the 1960s bungalow when purchased by current owners in 2018 except a small copse and two very old camellias. Landscaping began some 2 yrs later to create herbaceous borders, patios and a jungle themed garden consisting of cordylines, phormiums, palms and grasses. To the rear there are raised vegetable and flower beds and to the front agapanthas beds, with Dicksonia, Trachycarpus, Fatsia in pots and three enormous Flax. The side border consists of succulents, hellebores, lilies anemones etc. Described as “the 2nd chance garden” virtually every plant in this area has been purchased at reduced price, donated or grown from locally sourced cuttings. The two old camellias – they survived too. Opens Saturday 5th September.
This dahliaholic’s garden contains over 400 dahlias in 150+ varieties, many of exhibition standard. Shapely lawns are surrounded by deep flower beds that are crammed with dahlias of all shapes, sizes and colours, and complemented by climbers, soft perennials and bedding plants. An absolute riot of early autumn colour. Entry on the gate is by cash only. Opens Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th September.
4 acres round C17 farmhouse in peaceful pastoral setting. Year-round and varied. Emphasis on tender, unusual plants, structure and form. C16 courtyard, listed garden walls, holm oak avenue, yew rooms, vegetable garden, traditional potting shed, orchard, palm and gravel area SA veldt area, with close planting inc agapanthus, agave, dietes and dierama, woodland areas. Opens Sunday 6th September.
Four acres of College gardens lying along the east side of the river Cherwell. Excellent views of the spires of Oxford and the countryside around. An interesting and varied plant collection, with a Roof Garden, a Rock Garden, a Rose Garden, numerous mixed and herbaceous borders plus a range of seasonal planting and containers. St Hilda’s College is offering a guided tour led by Head Gardener. Tour times are 10.30am and 2pm. The Head Gardener will give a guided tour of the gardens with information about the plants that are growing in it. The context for the planting of the newer borders will be explained, together with some historical information about the gardens and the College. The gardens continue to evolve, for example the approach to the roof garden is experimental, seeking to learn how to succeed in such an environment. Her enthusiasm is infectious – visitors can expect to be inspired. Opens Thursday 10th September, pre-booking essential.
Tranquil garden of approx one acre, built for therapy, relaxation and fun. Maintained by volunteers, lawns and glades link garden buildings with willow spiral, wildlife pond, borders, sculptures and stained glass. Blue and gold planting at entrance inspires calm and confidence, leading to brighter red, orange and white. Hospice facilities open for viewing. Opens Saturday 12th September.
A young garden, Blaen-Cwmdu Farm does not lack ambition. A range of planting from rockery to fernery to cottage garden and more. Interlinked ponds are fed by a natural spring and a productive vegetable and polytunnel garden provides produce. Old farm equipment is used for planters and props to enhance the borders. Venture to the top of the garden and be rewarded with views across the valley. Opens Sunday 13th September.
Approx ½ acre garden divided into garden rooms with formal and informal planting featuring specimen Sequoia sempervirens and Cedrus libani. Inc formal white garden, rose garden, sunken Italian garden with Triton fountain, lawned area surrounded by mixed border and paths with rose and wisteria pergola and laburnum arch, Edwardian conservatory, terracotta garden and well garden with raised beds. Opens Saturday 19th September.
Renowned for its rich planting of shaded beds, but plenty to interest sun lovers too, especially salvias. A good selection available in the RHS listed nursery. The new crevice garden is developing nicely and once again we are holding a winter opening featuring drifts of snowdrops and aconites amongst winter flowering shrubs and a small, but expanding collection of named snowdrops. Opens 20th September.
Book this tour to experience Downing College’s 20 acre site containing an impressive diversity of gardens, lawns, trees and flowers hidden away in the heart of Cambridge. All tours are for those aged 16 years and over only. Please arrive by 11am for a prompt start. Opens Friday 2nd October, pre-booking essential.
Founded in 1925, Forestry England’s Bedgebury National Pinetum’s mix of conifers and broadleaved specimens spans 350 acres of Wealden countryside, awe-inspiring in scale and grandeur. Paths wind past 6 lakes and giant redwoods to Marshal’s Lake, ringed by rusty-red swamp cypress each autumn. Many of its 12,000 specimens form a living gene bank, safeguarding trees for a changing climate. Bedgebury is open from 8am to 5pm in October. Forestry England are offering an Autumn colour and behind the scenes guided walk of approximately 1.5 hours and 2.4km (1.5 miles) distance. Tour times are 10am, 12pm and 2pm. Opens Tuesday 20th October, pre-booking essential.
Japanese garden created in the traditional ‘stroll’ style, with water, bridge and meandering paths guiding the visitor through borders and planting. Discover the Shinto shrine at its heart, dedicated to the sake gods. A fine selection of trees and maples at their autumn peak. Restored Victorian greenhouse in walled garden, orchard, mature trees and parkland beyond. Opens Sunday 1st November, pre-booking essential.
The Oasthouse Garden has been slowly transformed into a beautiful home and garden over 12 years. The one-acre garden features lush herbaceous borders, a formal rose garden framed by yew hedges, Victorian style greenhouse, vegetable garden and a naturalistic prairie garden, with the entire landscape enjoying picturesque views of St Lawrence Church. A perfect blend of history and horticulture. Opens for By Arrangement visits from May to September for groups of up to 10.
Established garden set in small valley of River Ystrad. Acres of crocuses in late Feb to early Mar. Paths through wildflower meadows and woodland of magnificent trees, shade loving plants and azaleas; mixed borders; walled kitchen garden. Many woodland and riverside birds, inc dippers, kingfishers, grey wagtails. Many species of butterfly encouraged by new planting. Much winter interest, exceptional display of crocuses. Opens for By Arrangement visits for groups of 10+.
An acre of secluded organic garden: mix of wild and cultivated. This steeply sloping, densely planted wildlife garden with hundreds of varieties of shrubs and perennials has been evolving since 2013. Very productive raised veg beds, greenhouse with ornamental and edible crops, fruit cages, mixed borders and large pond. Perfect for garden photographers, picnics and wildlife. Opens for By Arrangement visits from July to September.
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