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1 Pest Cottage

This edge of woodland, architect's garden of approx ¾ acre sits on a sloping sandy site. Designed to support biodiversity, a series of outdoor spaces connected with informal paths through lightly managed areas, creates a secret world tucked into the surrounding common land. The chosen planting palette is being adapted in response to changing weather patterns.

Owner Info

  • Jennifer Lewin
1 Pest Cottage
1 Pest Cottage
1 Pest Cottage
1 Pest Cottage
1 Pest Cottage
1 Pest Cottage
1 Pest Cottage
1 Pest Cottage
1 Pest Cottage
1 Pest Cottage
1 Pest Cottage
1 Pest Cottage
1 Pest Cottage
1 Pest Cottage
1 Pest Cottage
1 Pest Cottage

About 1 Pest Cottage

Each space could function as a stand alone garden, designed to expand the footprint of a small house, at a fraction of the cost of building. With no need for planning permission and the ability to set a budget, engaging with the garden (even if you are not a gardener by nature), can bring much needed extra space to a home and an immeasurable uplift to sense of wellbeing.
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Location details

1 Pest Cottage,
Midhurst,
Sussex,
GU29 9LF

Directions to 1 Pest Cottage
W edge of Midhurst behind Carron Lane Cemetery. Free parking at recreation ground at top of Carron Ln. Short walk on woodland track to garden, please follow signs.

1 Pest Cottage openings

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 14:00-17:00

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 14:00-17:00

Accessibility

  • Track access and sloping site makes the garden unsuitable for wheelchairs or restricted mobility.
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FAQs

Payment is by cash only. Please get in touch with the owners for more details.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at 1 Pest Cottage at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at 1 Pest Cottage. Please keep the dogs on fixed short leads in the garden and keep in mind that you are responsible for controlling the dog’s behaviour. For any specific rules please ask the owners.

There are no plants for sale for the time being.

Sorry, 1 Pest Cottage does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.

Yes. 1 Pest Cottage seeks to offer a sustainable refuge for nearby fauna and wildlife. These sanctuaries host diverse habitats supporting indigenous flora and fauna and nurturing local biodiversity.