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Bustlers Cottage

A traditional Cambridgeshire cottage garden with some formal features extending over an acre, with herbaceous borders, old roses, perennial wildflowers and a vegetable garden. Many trees, inc several old fruit trees, as well as more recently planted specimens. There is a “hot” themed poolside area with oleanders, cannas, and citrus trees. Cream teas available in the garden if fine.

Owner Info

Bustlers Cottage
Bustlers Cottage
Bustlers Cottage
Bustlers Cottage
Bustlers Cottage
Bustlers Cottage
Bustlers Cottage
Bustlers Cottage
Bustlers Cottage
Bustlers Cottage

About Bustlers Cottage

The original garden was carefully planned and planted in the early 1950s with the needs of a young family in mind. Almost half the existing garden was put down to vegetable and fruit growing. The ‘young family’ of the time includes the current owner, who still grows vegetables on the same plot, but using a smaller area. Many additional trees have been planted in the subsequent 70 years, and the shape and function of different spaces has ebbed and flowed.

Plants for sale and cream teas if weather is fine.

Bustlers Cottage features

  • Cashless
  • Cottage Garden
  • Dog friendly
  • Groups Welcome
  • Plants for sale
  • Refreshments
  • Roses
  • Vegetable Area
  • Wheelchair access
  • Wildlife Garden

Location details

Bustlers Cottage,
Duxford,
Cambridgeshire,
CB22 4RP

Bustlers Cottage openings

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

Refreshments Home-made teas at Bustlers Cottage (cream teas) and in St Peter's Church (in aid of church roof).
Admission Adult: £7.00
Child: Free
Opening times 14:00-18:00

Visit by Arrangement

This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from 3 June to July for groups of between 10 and 25.

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

Refreshments Home-made teas.
Admission Adult: £7.50
Child: Free

Accessibility

  • The main garden is easily accessed from St Peter's Street across a gravel drive, the front garden & pool area involve access over low steps.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Bustlers Cottage at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at  Bustlers Cottage. 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.

Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at  Bustlers Cottage, please enquire with the owners for more details.

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

Yes. Bustlers Cottage 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.