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Fairbank

The planting in this large garden reflects our interest in trees, shrubs, fruit and vegetables. A wide variety of herbaceous plants provide colour and are placed in sweeping mixed borders that carry the eye down the long garden to the orchard and beyond. Near the house (not open) there are rose beds and herbaceous borders, as well as a small formal pond.

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Fairbank
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Fairbank

About Fairbank

The garden was a retirement project on approx. 2 acres of rough ground, stretching about 300 yards. The garden has evolved, rather than being carefully planned. The two large ponds were already here, otherwise there was little of horticultural interest, apart from a fastigiate copper beech, a Magnolia grandiflora and some Zelkovas on the garden boundaries.

The range of trees and shrubs is extensive, with interesting and beautiful examples which, after 19 years, are maturing. Herbaceous borders, roses and mixed plantings abound. Sweeping beds lead both eyes and feet to new delights.

Refreshments
Tea & home-made cake £3.00
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Fairbank features

Location details

Fairbank,
Alton,
Hampshire,
GU34 4BU

Directions to Fairbank
From S, past Sixth Form College, then 1½m beyond road junction on R. From N, turn L at Golden Pot & then 50yds turn R. Garden 1m on L before road junction.

Fairbank openings

Visit by Arrangement

This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from May to September for groups of up to 40.

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: £7.00
Child: Free

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair access with uneven ground in some areas.
  • Share this 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 Fairbank. 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 Fairbank are accessible to wheelchair users.

Fairbank is not explicitly a wildlife garden, but you may still find various indigenous flora and fauna.