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9 Codrington Road

This very small urban garden demonstrates what is possible by working with the characteristics of the garden. The space was transformed by doing away with the lawn, renewing the garden around permeable finishes, coupled with lush planting for wildlife with largely native species. It has resulted in a quiet haven within the city, full of nooks and crannies, frequented by bees and small birds.

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9 Codrington Road
9 Codrington Road
9 Codrington Road
9 Codrington Road
9 Codrington Road
9 Codrington Road
9 Codrington Road
9 Codrington Road
9 Codrington Road
9 Codrington Road
9 Codrington Road
9 Codrington Road
9 Codrington Road
9 Codrington Road
9 Codrington Road
9 Codrington Road

About 9 Codrington Road

This very small urban garden in Bristol demonstrates what is possible by working with the characteristics of the garden. Despite being completely overlooked, with heavy clay soil, a tendency toward slugs, and a lawn that never succeeded, the space was transformed by doing away with the lawn. The owners retained the two original apple trees (the area was once an orchard) and renewed the garden around permeable finishes, coupled with lush planting for wildlife with largely native species. It has resulted in a quiet haven within the city, full of nooks and crannies, frequented by bees and small birds.

9 Codrington Road features

Location details

9 Codrington Road,
Bishopston,
Bristol,
Avon,
BS7 8ET

Directions to 9 Codrington Road
Then a short walk via Berkeley Rd & Broadway Rd. There is limited street parking. It is a 10 min drive between gardens or there are regular buses.

9 Codrington Road openings

For this open day you need to pre-book your ticket in advance. To book tickets please click on the book button below.

Refreshments Tea, coffee & cake.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: £0.00
Opening times 13:00-17:00

Accessibility

  • Level access from the street to most of the garden. Paved access narrow in places. Steps to decking area.
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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 9 Codrington Road at this time.

Sorry, no dogs are allowed in the garden at this time.

There are no plants for sale for the time being.

Yes, one or more routes at 9 Codrington Road are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. 9 Codrington Road 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.