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160 West Street

Small, irregular-shaped corner plot, with thoughtful use of space. Bike shelter with 'green' roof, pond, 117cm-wide courtyard, and experimental planting.

Owner Info

  • Helen Charlton
160 West Street
160 West Street
160 West Street
160 West Street
160 West Street
160 West Street
160 West Street
160 West Street
160 West Street
160 West Street
160 West Street
160 West Street

About 160 West Street

With outdoor space on 3 sides of this tiny property, the owner has taken up the challenge of ‘greening up’ what was an expanse of grey slabs & bricks. Drawing upon experience of living in Japan, making maximum, practical use of what is available has been key. The now striking laurel hedge, which is crucial to the structure of the plot, has been extended to achieve seclusion of the side courtyard. This very narrow corridor benefits from a curved path and beds, plus a full-length mirror on the far wall, creating an illusion of length. Planting blurs the boundaries. On the east-facing side of the home, some existing patio slabs were lifted for planting, others carefully chosen to remain so that access to the east-facing wisteria could be maintained for pruning. A combined bike shelter, storage unit & seating creates a boundary. Its green roof has drought-tolerant plants & creative metal & wood sculptures.

160 West Street features

Location details

160 West Street,
Deal,
Kent,
CT14 6DY

160 West Street openings

A group opening is when a number of gardens open together on the same day.

Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 10:00-16:00

Accessibility

  • Entire garden can be viewed from pavement.
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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 160 West Street at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at 160 West Street. 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, 160 West Street does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.

Yes. 160 West Street 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.