Ferndene House

Q: Are there plants available for sale?

Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at Ferndene House , please enquire with the owners for more details.

¾ acre garden surrounded by trees. Informal areas of herbaceous perennials, formal box bordered area, wildlife pond, gravel and bog gardens (with boardwalk). Willow work. Early interest - hellebores, snowdrops, daffodils, bluebells and tulips. Summer interest from wide range of flowering perennials. 1½ acre mixed broadleaf wood with beck running through.

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Owner Info

Maureen Kesteven
[email protected]

About Ferndene House

The Holburn Beck flows through the woodland, believed to be the remains of an ancient woodland area. Previously completely overgrown, management work was undertaken to attract a wider variety of birds and wildlife. It been underplanted with woodland plants. The work has been successful in attracting wildlife. Work is ongoing in the woodland, as the beck is subject to flooding. The garden has chaneged over time – espaliered apple trees started in 2012; wild flower and grass planting in 2014 around swales to take rainwater run off; herbaceous border planted in 2014. Central area has herbaceous planting to follow the tulips and alliums. Woven willow work – fencing and gate. A gravel garden was planted in late 2017. In 2020 a new area was planted, with a rill running through it, but since 2023/4 has been redeveloped. A damp/shady area, with a boardwalk, has been planted with a woodland/clay soil tolerant mix of plants.

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Ferndene House features

Location details

Ferndene House,
2 Holburn Lane Court,
Ryton,
Tyne And Wear,
NE40 3PN

Directions to Ferndene House
Off B6317, on Holburn Ln. Park on street or in Co-op car park on High St, cross road through Ferndene Park following yellow signs. Bus 10 10A/10B.

Ferndene House openings

31 May 2026 Pre-booking available

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 Home-made teas. Pizza (wood fired) & prosecco.

Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: £0.00

Opening times 12:30-16:30

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Visit by Arrangement

from 6 April to 16 August

This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from 6 April to 16 August for groups of 12+.

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: £12.00
Child: £0.00

See booking information

Accessibility

Driveway, from which main borders can be seen, is wheelchair accessible but phone if assistance required.

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FAQs

Are payment cards accepted at Ferndene House?

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Are coaches allowed at Ferndene House?

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Ferndene House at this time.

Is Ferndene House a dog friendly garden?

Yes, dogs are welcome at Ferndene House. 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.

Are there plants available for sale?

Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at Ferndene House, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Is there wheelchair access at Ferndene House?

Yes, one or more routes at Ferndene House are accessible to wheelchair users.

Is this a wildlife garden?

Yes. Ferndene House 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.