A romantic, quintessential cottage garden. Features intimate pathways meandering through borders with an abundance of cottage garden favourites and one or two surprises, rustic charm and an ancient Yew tree. Seating areas to sit and enjoy fragrant borders. Hidden treasures enhance this characterful and quirky garden. Created in just five years from a very neglected plot. Opens Saturday 6th December (3.30pm-7pm), Adult adm. £5, chd free.
Enchanting 180 yr old cottage, home of two Royal Academy artists. 32ft x 12½ft garden on 3 patio levels. Pencil gate leads to colourful scented Victorian walled garden. Sculptures and paintings hide among the flowers and shrubs. Opens Sunday 7th December, (2pm-4pm), Adult adm. £3.50, chd free.
The award-winning gardens at Athelhampton, surround the Tudor manor house, and date from 1891. The Great Court with 12 giant yew topiary pyramids is overlooked by two terraced pavilions. This glorious Grade I architectural garden is full of vistas with spectacular planting, ponds with fountains and the River Piddle flowing past. It’s a real pre-Christmas treat for garden lovers. Opens Saturday 20th December (10am – 3.30pm), Adult adm. £12.50, chd free.