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Bolters Farm

A cherished old cottage garden restored over the last 17 yrs. Tumbly moss covered walls and sloping lawns down to a stream with natural planting and quirky characterful moments.

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Bolters Farm
Bolters Farm
Bolters Farm
Bolters Farm
Bolters Farm
Bolters Farm
Bolters Farm
Bolters Farm
Bolters Farm
Bolters Farm
Bolters Farm
Bolters Farm
Bolters Farm
Bolters Farm

About Bolters Farm

This ¾ acre patch is gently gardened by Robert and Mandy Cooper. The naturally sloping terrain leads down to a small tributary of the Evenlode with mature weeping willows whispering overhead.
A variety of natural planting and young trees means it has kept its old orchard like character. Eighteen years ago the original farm pigsty was converted into a garden studio which opens onto a small Italianate terrace and offers a 180 degree view. Original parts of the farm orchard have been left for interest, such as old gates, tree trunks and dry stone walls, mostly because we couldn’t afford to move them! Adjacent to the cottage there is a ‘sunken’ garden,(redesigned Easter 2022) with four mature Crataegus Orientalis and herbaceous borders consisting of shade loving plants one side and sun loving plants the other! A work in progress you might say.

During lockdown we created a hot grassy type border under a brand new Cotswold stone wall built in March 2020
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Website:

https://www.instagram.com/amandacooper684

Bolters Farm features

Location details

Bolters Farm,
Chipping Norton,
Oxfordshire,
OX7 3HU

Directions to Bolters Farm
On arrival in the hamlet of Chilson, heading N, we are the last in an old row of cottages on R. Please drive past & park considerately on the L in the lane. Limited parking, car sharing recommended.

Bolters Farm 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.

Refreshments Tea, coffee & cake inc gluten free options. Refreshments in aid of Songbird Survival Trust.
Admission Adult: £8.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:00-17:00

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.

Refreshments Tea, coffee & cake inc gluten free options. Refreshments in aid of Songbird Survival Trust.
Admission Adult: £8.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:00-17:00

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.

Refreshments Tea, coffee & cake inc gluten free options. Refreshments in aid of Songbird Survival Trust.
Admission Adult: £8.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:00-17:00

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.

Refreshments Tea, coffee & cake inc gluten free options. Refreshments in aid of Songbird Survival Trust.
Admission Adult: £8.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:00-17:00

Visit by Arrangement

This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from May to June for groups of 10+.

Please contact the garden owner to discuss your requirements and arrange a date for a group or bespoke visit.

Refreshments Tea, coffee & cake.
Admission Adult: £12.00
Child: Free

Accessibility

  • Wheelchairs have to negotiate sloping deep gravel and numerous steps.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Bolters Farm at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at Bolters Farm. 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, Bolters Farm does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.

Yes. Bolters Farm 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.