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Hidden Gardens of Croft Road

Three very different and interesting gardens, well named as 'Hidden Gardens' as they are not visible from the road. Nags Head Farm has a wonderful rill running alongside a sloping garden with a variety of plants leading to a quiet, peaceful courtyard. There is a large vegetable garden in which stands a magnificent glasshouse with vines. A woodland walk leads to a polytunnel, view point and wildflower meadow. Oxney Flatts has well-stocked herbaceous borders and a wildlife pond. New Cottage garden has established flower beds inc herbaceous plants, shrubs and roses. There is also a productive fruit and vegetable garden. A newly created wildlife pond area inc a rockery and seating.

Owner Info

  • Jo & Ian Fearnley
Hidden Gardens of Croft Road
Hidden Gardens of Croft Road
Hidden Gardens of Croft Road
Hidden Gardens of Croft Road
Hidden Gardens of Croft Road
Hidden Gardens of Croft Road

About Hidden Gardens of Croft Road

Three very different and interesting gardens, well named as 'Hidden Gardens' as they are not visible from the road. Nags Head Farm has a wonderful rill running alongside a sloping garden with a variety of plants leading to a quiet, peaceful courtyard. There is a large vegetable garden in which stands a magnificent glasshouse with vines. A woodland walk leads to a polytunnel, view point and wildflower meadow. Oxney Flatts has well-stocked herbaceous borders and a wildlife pond. New Cottage garden has established flower beds inc herbaceous plants, shrubs and roses. There is also a productive fruit and vegetable garden. A newly created wildlife pond area inc a rockery and seating.

Hidden Gardens of Croft Road features

Location details

Hidden Gardens of Croft Road,
Darlington,
County Durham,
DL2 2SD

Directions to Hidden Gardens of Croft Road
¾m S from A167/A66 r'about between Darlington & Croft. What3words app: makeovers.kettles.caravans.

Hidden Gardens of Croft Road 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 Home-made teas at Oxney Flatts Farm. Refreshments in aid of The Great North Air Ambulance Service (50%).
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:00-17:00

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 at Oxney Flatts Farm. Refreshments in aid of The Great North Air Ambulance Service (50%).
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:00-17:00

Accessibility

  • Partial wheelchair access, grassy and mostly flat. Some areas of gravel. Dogs on a lead welcome.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Hidden Gardens of Croft Road at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at Hidden Gardens of Croft Road. 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 Hidden Gardens of Croft Road, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Yes, one or more routes at Hidden Gardens of Croft Road are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. Hidden Gardens of Croft Road 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.