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Fell Yeat

One acre garden the largest part of which was started 35 yrs ago. Planted with many unusual trees, shrubs and large collection of hydrangeas. Increasingly the emphasis is on encouraging wildlife and creating a wilder feel. A wonderful breeding ground for owls, sparrow hawks and buzzards. Enjoy the meandering paths, fernery, maturing stumpery and new grotto house with rocks and ferns.

Owner Info

  • Mrs A E Benson
Fell Yeat
Fell Yeat
Fell Yeat
Fell Yeat
Fell Yeat
Fell Yeat

About Fell Yeat

The garden at Fell Yeat is 400 ft above sea level in the lovely Lune Valley in Cumbria. It has been developed over 35 years and is constantly evolving. A developing wood is becoming the dominant feature as the trees have matured, and we have now established a small meadow with orchids. An increasing emphasis has been put on creating wildlife habitats and attracting birds of prey. There is a large collection of hydrangeas, at their best in late summer, and ferns are playing an increasing role in the planting, with a dedicated fern garden, stumpery and a new grotto house. It is a garden to relax in and explore at leisure, with a number of arbours and seats where you can sit and relax or enjoy the views of the Lune Valley. Metal sculptures enhance the picture.
There is an adjoining nursery specialising in ferns, hostas, hydrangeas and many unusual plants. Visitors welcome to the nursery Thursday to Sunday.

Fell Yeat features

Location details

Fell Yeat,
Kirkby Lonsdale,
Cumbria,
LA6 2JW

Directions to Fell Yeat
On the road to Bull Pot. Leave A65 at Devils Bridge, follow A683 for 1m, take the R fork to High Casterton at golf course, straight across at 2 sets of Xrds, house on L, ¼m from no-through-rd sign.

Fell Yeat openings

This garden has now completed its National Garden Scheme openings for this year.

Accessibility

  • Partial wheelchair access.
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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 Fell Yeat at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at Fell Yeat. 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 Fell Yeat, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Sorry, Fell Yeat does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.

Yes. Fell Yeat 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.