Froyle Gardens

About Froyle Gardens

NEW I Turnpike cottages – A classic cottage garden. A rose and honeysuckle pergola and wildlife hedge provide shelter in the front garden which is watched over by the “The Good Shepherd”, one the statues for which Froyle is famous. The style is quirky: raised vegetable beds are juxtaposed with flowers. The owner’s artworks sit among ferns and foliage. A clematis-clad archway leads to open field views and a small pond.

2 Highway Cottage – What was originally a C16 dwelling with a small cottage garden, has seen an increase in land area in recent years. Being vegetarian and self-sufficient requires a cycle of compost and well-rotted manure to produce a rich variety of fruit and vegetables. Very much a working garden. This complemented by carefully planned borders continually evolving to provide all year-round appeal

Aldersey House – Over the last decade the owners have been busy merging three gardens into one and reuniting their house with its original garden. This has involved the creation of new lawns and borders, the construction of walls, a greenhouse and a lake and boathouse, and a great deal of new planting. The vision is a relaxing space where people, plants and local wildlife can exist peacefully together.

Day Cottage – A delightful, relaxed cottage garden set in a beautiful location with a charming atmosphere. Natural planting, grasses and a wild flower meadow make the garden sit comfortably within its setting. There are interesting water features, rambling roses and plenty of seating in which to sit and dream.

NEW Manderley – Previously a disused farmyard. Backbone structure is provided by hedges of laurel and box and an abundance of roses, with seasonal interest interwoven throughout the year At the end of May the alliums take centre stage in the formal Heart Garden and stand erect against the stunning views of the farmland beyond. A visit to this garden is a must, if not just so you can say ..Last night I dreamt I went to Manderley again.

Old Brewery House – 3 acres, half of which is a paddock. Herbaceous borders and a rose pergola make up the main garden area. The orchard area consists of a vegetable garden, fruit trees, wildlife pond and areas of woodland plants beneath the mature trees. A nuttery in the paddock is the most recent introduction.

Old Court – This developing garden benefits from some fine trees including oak, ash, and walnut. Another feature is a beautiful old brick wall which borders the walled garden of Froyle House. New flower beds have been created and the owners are learning which plants grow well in their heavy clay soil. Best of all they have thinned out a beech hedge to create a wonderful view over local farmland.

Walbury This very popular garden is an absolute delight. The owner is a true plantswoman. Three gardens in one, each with a cottage garden atmosphere. Mixed colour themed borders with many English shrub roses. A new wild flower area and bantams.

Warren Cottage – This established wrap-around garden has continued to develop its maturing borders which offer some interesting plants, year round interest and lovely country views. In all about half an acre. There is also an 18th century barn with a curious history and a new pond.

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