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Careys Secret Garden

Behind a 150 yr old wall, situated just outside of Wareham, sits 3 ½ acres in the midst of transformation. Left untouched for more than 40 yrs, this garden is now flourishing again, with a focus on permaculture and rewilding.

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Careys Secret Garden
Careys Secret Garden
Careys Secret Garden
Careys Secret Garden
Careys Secret Garden
Careys Secret Garden
Careys Secret Garden
Careys Secret Garden
Careys Secret Garden
Careys Secret Garden
Careys Secret Garden
Careys Secret Garden
Careys Secret Garden
Careys Secret Garden
Careys Secret Garden
Careys Secret Garden
Careys Secret Garden
Careys Secret Garden

About Careys Secret Garden

Carey’s Secret Garden opened its gates to the public in May 2021. This wild, walled,
Victorian garden was only rediscovered in 2019 and has undergone extensive
restoration to re-imagine the gardens for a modern age. Created with expertise in rewilding, permaculture and natural gardening, Careys is open to an intimate number of visitors each week.  We also run a range of unique and exciting events and experiences – please see our website for details www.careyssecretgarden.co.uk

Visitors can enjoy an Arid Garden, Rose Garden, Tea & Herb Garden, traditional Orchard & local Wildflower Meadow, and Permaculture Zone. Explore the exciting Stumpery and Food Forest area and shop the peat-free sustainably grown plant sales collection. Our commitment is to work with the local community, producers, and businesses so we have partnered with The Salt Pig who provide vegetarian refreshments and light bites from our special ‘Secret Coffee Shop’ on site. Please feel free to bring along your own re-usable cup to help us reduce waste

Set against the backdrop of the spectacular Isle of Purbeck, Carey’s Secret Garden
remains a closely guarded secret due to its unique habitat and sensitive wildlife.

Visitors can expect to see a young and exciting space that they can return to
each season to see the growth and regeneration.

Further bookings can be made for year-round visits at www.careyssecretgarden.co.uk (please check the website for opening times).
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Website:

https://www.careyssecretgarden.co.uk

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Location details

Careys Secret Garden,
Wareham,
Dorset,
BH20 7PG

Directions to Careys Secret Garden
We send the exact location once you have booked a ticket. The garden is within a 3m radius of Wareham, (5 min drive from the train stn). 11m from Poole & 19m from Dorchester.

Careys Secret Garden openings

Pre-booking essential, please contact the garden owner to book.

Refreshments Cream teas in the Secret Coffee Shop within the walled garden.
Admission Adult: £8.50
Child: Free
Opening times 11:00-15:00

Accessibility

  • Those with mobility issues are welcome to contact us in advance and we can tailor your visit to your needs accordingly.
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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 Careys Secret Garden at this time.

Sorry, no dogs are allowed in the garden at this time.

Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at Careys Secret Garden, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Yes, one or more routes at Careys Secret Garden are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. Careys Secret Garden 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.