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Grafton Gardens

Three gardens in two adjacent rural villages within walking distance of each other. In Marton, Paddock House is on an elevated site with extensive views and sloping lawn to wildlife pond. The house is encircled by a profusion of pots combining cottage garden and Mediterranean styles. A terrace of Yorkshire stone and steps using gravel and wood sleepers leads to seating areas and cutting garden with small greenhouse. Orchard House is a contemporary village garden with an abundance of features inc gravel garden, raised beds and extensive views across alpaca paddock. Well House in Grafton nestles under the hillside. A traditional English cottage garden with herbaceous borders, climbing roses and ornamental shrubs with a variety of interesting species. Paths meander through the borders to an orchard with chickens. Parking in Grafton. Refreshments at The Punch Bowl PH, Marton 01423 322519. Reservations advisable.

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  • Mrs Glen Garnett
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About Grafton Gardens

Three gardens in two adjacent rural villages within walking distance of each other. In Marton, Paddock House is on an elevated site with extensive views and sloping lawn to wildlife pond. The house is encircled by a profusion of pots combining cottage garden and Mediterranean styles. A terrace of Yorkshire stone and steps using gravel and wood sleepers leads to seating areas and cutting garden with small greenhouse. Orchard House is a contemporary village garden with an abundance of features inc gravel garden, raised beds and extensive views across alpaca paddock. Well House in Grafton nestles under the hillside. A traditional English cottage garden with herbaceous borders, climbing roses and ornamental shrubs with a variety of interesting species. Paths meander through the borders to an orchard with chickens. Parking in Grafton. Refreshments at The Punch Bowl PH, Marton 01423 322519. Reservations advisable.

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Location details

Grafton Gardens,
York,
North Yorkshire,
YO51 9QJ

Directions to Grafton Gardens
Turn off the A168 or B6265 to Marton or Grafton, S of Boroughbridge.

Grafton Gardens openings

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

Accessibility

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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Grafton Gardens at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at Grafton Gardens. 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 Grafton Gardens, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Sorry, Grafton Gardens does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.

Grafton Gardens is not explicitly a wildlife garden, but you may still find various indigenous flora and fauna.