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Fern Bank

Set in a former small gritstone quarry, this hillside garden is surrounded by woodland and grazing farmland. The garden is largely terraced, with winding pathways, overlooked by a magnificent gingko tree. This is a wildlife friendly cottage style garden in a unique setting. Spring highlights inc snowdrops, daffodils, hellebores and various spring flowering shrubs.

Owner Info

  • Scott Thompson and Beccy Owen
Fern Bank
Fern Bank
Fern Bank
Fern Bank
Fern Bank
Fern Bank
Fern Bank
Fern Bank
Fern Bank
Fern Bank
Fern Bank
Fern Bank
Fern Bank
Fern Bank
Fern Bank
Fern Bank
Fern Bank
Fern Bank

About Fern Bank

Set in a former small gritstone quarry, this hillside garden is surrounded by woodland and grazing farmland. The garden is largely terraced, with winding pathways, overlooked by a magnificent gingko tree. This is a wildlife friendly cottage style garden in a unique setting. Spring highlights inc snowdrops, daffodils, hellebores and various spring flowering shrubs.

Location details

Fern Bank,
38 Gorsey Bank,
Matlock,
Derbyshire,
DE4 4AD

Directions to Fern Bank
From Duffield on B5023. R onto Water Ln immed after mini r'about, signed Hannage Brook Medical Centre. From Cromford on B5036/B5023 3rd L after pelican crossing. Parking on Water Ln/Hannage Way.

Fern Bank 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 Light refreshments.
Admission Adult: £4.00
Child: £0.00
Opening times 11:00-16:00

A group opening is when a number of gardens open together on the same day.

Refreshments Light refreshments at Fern Bank. Home-made sandwiches and cake at Watts House.
Admission Adult: £7.00
Child: £0.00
Opening times 11:00-16:00

Accessibility

  • This garden is situated on a hillside and not suited to individuals with mobility issues.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

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

Yes, dogs are welcome at Fern Bank. 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.

There are no plants for sale for the time being.

Sorry, Fern Bank does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.

Yes. Fern Bank 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.