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Higher Orchard Cottage

Two acre garden with generous colourful herbaceous borders, wildlife pond, specimen trees and shrubs, productive vegetable beds and grass path walks through wildflower meadows in lovely countryside. Each year we host art and craft installations by local artists and crafters.

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Higher Orchard Cottage

About Higher Orchard Cottage

Hidden away in beautiful countryside just outside Paignton in quiet rural seclusion. Flower filled borders delight the eye with colour and form. The grassland is being managed to develop wild flower meadows. All garden paths are on grass.

Each year the garden is a showcase for local artists and crafters. Featured artists/crafters are often in residence ready to chat to visitors about their work. The featured work is also available to purchase. The following have exhibited at Higher Orchard Cottage:-
James Fox, Ironwork www.mrfoxsgarden.com :
Charlotte Biba Bouchard, jewellery www.charlottebibabouchardjewellery.com :
The Totnes Potters, ceramics www.totnespotters.co.uk :
Rosie Johns, Potter www.heathandseapottery.co.uk
Tina Pantling, handmade bees wax products “I do like to BEE’.

Website:

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Higher Orchard Cottage features

  • Cashless
  • Cottage Garden
  • Countryside Views
  • Groups Welcome
  • Plants for sale
  • Refreshments
  • Wildlife Garden

Location details

Higher Orchard Cottage,
Paignton,
Devon,
TQ3 1SQ

Directions to Higher Orchard Cottage
A380 Torquay to Paignton. At Churscombe Cross r'about R for Marldon, L towards Berry Pomeroy, take 2nd R into Farthing Lane. Follow for exactly 1m. Turn R at NGS sign & follow signs for parking.

Higher Orchard Cottage 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 Coffee available in the morning. Tea & cakes available from 2pm provided by Marldon Garden Club, if weather permits. Outside seating only.
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 11:00-17:00

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 Coffee available in the morning. Tea & cakes available from 2pm provided by Marldon Garden Club, if weather permits. Outside seating only.
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 11:00-17:00

Visit by Arrangement

This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from April to September for groups of up to 20.

Please contact the garden owner to discuss your requirements and arrange a date for a group or bespoke visit.

Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free

Accessibility

  • No information available at this time, please get in touch with the owners for details.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Higher Orchard Cottage at this time.

Sorry, no dogs are allowed in the garden at this time.

Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at  Higher Orchard Cottage, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Sorry, Higher Orchard Cottage does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.

Yes. Higher Orchard Cottage 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.