Camers

Elizabethan farmhouse (not open) set in 4 acres of constantly developing garden and woodland with spectacular views over Severn Vale. Garden full of surprises, formal and informal areas planted with wide range of species to provide year-round interest. Parterre, topiary, Japanese garden, bog and prairie areas, white and hot gardens, woodland walks.

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Owner Info

Mr & Mrs Michael Denman
[email protected]
01454 327929

About Camers

Camers is a listed Elizabethan farmhouse (not open) set on a west sloping site on the limestone of the Cotswold escarpment with outstanding views over the Severn estuary. 4 acres surrounding the house consist of a young wood and 2½ acres of garden. The garden has been intensively developed to provide fine vistas and a series of varied areas giving year round interest. The range of plants is extensive with good collections of a number of species.

FEATURES
Parterre Garden set on two levels set between old stone walls and overlooked from a stone summerhouse and flagstone terrace.
Formal Garden with herbaceous borders set within stone walls.
Terraced Area with steps leading west from the formal garden which gives views of the Severn bridges and the Welsh mountains beyond.
Shrubbery area of established shrubs and interspersed planting of perennials and grasses designed to maintain interest over a long period.
Prairie Bed planned to avoid deadheading and create autumn and winter interest with the seed heads
Hot Garden where the extensive use of bold colours set off against a gravelled area gives a tropical feel to this area throughout the summer.
Grass Bed entirely devoted to ornamental grasses.
White Garden surrounded by beech hedges with entirely white flowers. The protected area accentuates the effect of the many scented species that have been selected for this garden.
Shade Garden with a copse of silver birch which has been under planted with snowdrops and bluebells. In the summer ferns take over and the sizeable collection of hydrangeas keep the area full of colour.
Bog Garden created with pond liners for damp loving plants providing colour throughout the year.
Millennium Wood planted in 2000 provides shelter for the garden which was very exposed to South West winds. It consists mainly of native species with a few specimen plantings and extensive collection of snowdrops, bluebells and ferns.
Birch Walk. A newly planted collection of birch with a wide range of coloured barks under planted with maples, shrubs and spring bulbs.
DIRECTIONS The public entrance to the gardens is in Chapel Lane, enter through the field gate and drive to the top of the fields to park next to the garden. Chapel Lane joins the main A432 at the Dog Inn.

Website:

https://www.camers.org

Camers features

Location details

Camers,
Bristol,
South Gloucestershire,
BS37 6RG

Directions to Camers
Entrance in Chapel Lane off A432 at Dog Inn. Enter through the field gate & drive to the top of the fields to park next to the garden.

Camers openings

Visit by Arrangement

from May to September

This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from May to September for groups of 20+.

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

Refreshments Refreshments by arrangement.

Admission Adult: £8.00
Child: Free

See booking information

Accessibility

Some steep slopes.

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FAQs

Are payment cards accepted at Camers?

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Are coaches allowed at Camers?

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

Is Camers a dog friendly garden?

Yes, dogs are welcome at Camers. 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.

Are there plants available for sale?

There are no plants for sale for the time being.

Is there wheelchair access at Camers?

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

Is this a wildlife garden?

Yes. Camers 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.