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Blackthorn

Eight acre garden on sloping site with woodland areas, native bluebells, wild garden areas, large pond, sunken walled parterre, formal borders inc hot coloured border, herb garden, gravel garden and circular rockery around well, small orchard and fruit and vegetable growing area. Site is on green sandstone and has added challenges of deer and rabbits etc.

Owner Info

  • Louise Edwards
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About Blackthorn

Increasing use of insect friendly plants such as buddleja, nepeta and lavender.

Location details

Blackthorn,
Oxford,
Oxfordshire,
OX1 5JG

Blackthorn openings

This garden has now completed its National Garden Scheme openings for this year.

Accessibility

  • Partial wheelchair access as garden is on hill with some grass and woodchip paths.
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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 Blackthorn at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at Blackthorn. 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.

Yes, one or more routes at Blackthorn are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. Blackthorn 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.