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Bush House

Set in eight acres, over 13 years, a two acre garden has emerged. Herbaceous borders partner dual level ponds and stream. The terrace leads to a walled parterre framed by roses and wisteria. The ‘wildflower meadow’ (sown 2021) orchard is screened by rose and vine covered wrought iron trellis. Kitchen gardens, greenhouses and fruit cage provide organically grown produce.

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Bush House
Bush House
Bush House
Bush House
Bush House
Bush House
Bush House
Bush House
Bush House
Bush House
Bush House
Bush House
Bush House
Bush House

About Bush House

Set in 8 acres of grassland over five years, from a simple layout a 2 acre garden has emerged. Dual level ponds are flanked on both sides by deep raised herbaceous borders.The Sandstone paved terrace and paths lead to a walled parterre/knot garden framed by roses and wisteria. The Orchard is divided from the main garden by rose and vine covered wrought iron trellis. Two small kitchen gardens, greenhouses and fruit cage provide organically grown produce.

Nearly 1000 recently planted native broadleaved trees shelter the fields surrounding the house and provide a pleasant walk with year round interest and host wildlife. The trees were planted in 2007, 2011 and 2013. More trees planted recently.

Stream and interconnecting ponds. Walled parterre and knot garden. 1000 native broadleaved trees planted 2006, 2011 and 2014.

Bush House features

  • Autumn Colours
  • Coaches Allowed
  • Dahlias
  • Groups Welcome
  • Refreshments
  • Snowdrops
  • Tours Welcome
  • Tulips
  • Vegetable Area
  • Wheelchair access
  • Wildlife Garden

Location details

Bush House,
Banbury,
Oxfordshire,
OX15 4JR

Directions to Bush House
In S Newington on A361 from Banbury to Chipping Norton, take 1st R to Wigginton, Bush House 1st house on the L in Wigginton Rd.

Bush House openings

Visit by Arrangement

This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from March to 29 November.

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

Refreshments Home-made teas at South Newington House.
Admission Adult: £12.00
Child: Free

Accessibility

  • Gravel drive, a few small steps, and two gentle grass slopes on either side of the garden.
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FAQs

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

Yes, coaches are accepted at  Bush House. Please get in touch with the owners for details.

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 Bush House are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. Bush House 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.