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Cresswell Pele Tower Walled Garden

A newly restored C18 walled garden which was part of Cresswell Hall kitchen gardens, abandoned in the 1930's when the main house was demolished. With a grant from Heritage Lottery in 2022, the garden has been restored to inc borders, orchard, gazebo, wildlife pond and greenhouse. Work to increase plantings is underway. The garden is managed by volunteers.

Owner Info

  • Mr Steve Lowe
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About Cresswell Pele Tower Walled Garden

Pele towers were basically miniature castles built between 1350 and 1600 as a defensible retreat against attacks from the Border Reivers, raiders and robbers from either side of the Scottish border. Cresswell Pele Tower is a well preserved example and, thanks to recent excavations and an extensive renovation, the building is now open to the public on selected days. Much hard work has gone into restoring the walled gardens, which were derelict and are planted to provide a welcoming calm space for community use and there is an active group of volunteers.
The garden offers: Wildlife Pond, Medieval Orchard and cordoned fruit. Raised beds for food growing. Diverse floral borders. Fern border. Medieval pele tower (restricted openings). Re-enactments. Interpretation History book in print. Bee hives. Greenhouse.

Wildlife Pond. Medieval Orchard and cordoned fruit. Raised beds for food growing. Diverse floral borders. Fern border. Medieval pele tower (restricted openings). Re-enactments. Interpretation History book in print. Beehives. Greenhouse.

Website:

https://cresswellpeletower.org.uk

Cresswell Pele Tower Walled Garden features

  • Children Very Welcome
  • Cottage Garden
  • Countryside Views
  • Dog friendly
  • Historical Garden
  • Newly Opened This Year
  • Picnics
  • Plants for sale
  • Refreshments
  • Vegetable Area
  • Wheelchair access
  • Wildlife Garden

Location details

Cresswell Pele Tower Walled Garden,
Morpeth,
Northumberland,
NE61 5LE

Directions to Cresswell Pele Tower Walled Garden
W of Cresswell Pele Tower, accessed through double gate. No parking on the village green. Public parking on seafront nearby.

Cresswell Pele Tower Walled Garden 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.
Admission Adult: £3.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:00-16:00

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.
Admission Adult: £3.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:00-16:00

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.
Admission Adult: £3.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:00-16:00

Accessibility

  • Short slope on lightly gravelled path initially, then level paths to Tower and Garden, which is fully accessible.
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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 Cresswell Pele Tower Walled Garden at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at  Cresswell Pele Tower Walled Garden. 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  Cresswell Pele Tower Walled Garden, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Yes, one or more routes at Cresswell Pele Tower Walled Garden are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. Cresswell Pele Tower Walled 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.