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Foxington

Stunning views to the Chiltern Hills provide a wonderful setting for this impressive garden, remodelled in 2009. Patio, heather and gravel gardens enjoy this view, whilst the back and vegetable gardens are more enclosed. A very large apple tree blew down in the spring of 2022 and has been replaced by a summerhouse. This has resulted in a major revision of the planting.

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About Foxington

The front patio has open views towards the Chiltern Hills. It is planted with a variety of herbaceous perennials and bulbs including peonies, irises, verbena, alliums, grasses and dierama. There are shrubs and climbing roses, and a variety of evergreen flowering shrubs.
There is a heather garden to the side of the house, and a gravel garden with Mediterranean type planting.

The back garden is much cosier. It is divided into areas with different colour combinations ranging from vibrant hot colours to soft pinks and purples. The vegetable garden is completely enclosed with raised beds, a small greenhouse and a potting shed. It is usually very productive.

The garden was first planted in about 1980 when Mary moved here to run the family farm. It was completely remodelled in 2012 with the help of Sarah Massey, a local garden designer. Apart from a holly tree in the kitchen garden, everything has been planted since 1980.

The wildflower meadow and a small wood were planted in about 1985 and a small orchard created in 2009. Both the wood and orchard have recently been extended. Mown paths lead through the meadow and orchard, which harbour a wealth of wildlife.

A very large apple tree blew down in the spring of 2022 and has been replaced by a summerhouse. This has resulted in a major revision of the planting. The garden is in the process of maturing and settling down, and demands constant attention as the planting develops.

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Location details

Foxington,
Watlington,
Oxfordshire,
OX49 5LG

Directions to Foxington
On B4009 at Red Lion Pub take turning to Britwell Hill. After 350yds turn into drive on L.

Foxington openings

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

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair access throughout the garden on level paths with no steps.
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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 Foxington at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at Foxington. 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.

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

Yes. Foxington 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.