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Mill End Farmhouse

A large garden around a C16 farmhouse, completely renovated since 2020, designed by Julie Toll. The 1½ acre garden is set out in several themes, prairie, woodland, pond and shrub areas, with wildflower meadows in the garden and surrounding four acre paddock.

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Mill End Farmhouse
Mill End Farmhouse
Mill End Farmhouse
Mill End Farmhouse
Mill End Farmhouse
Mill End Farmhouse
Mill End Farmhouse
Mill End Farmhouse

About Mill End Farmhouse

The south facing garden has been designed to give all year round interest. The main prairie area with repeat planting mixes grasses with perennials under planted with spring bulbs. A woodland area has been developed with the use of landscape elements to create early season impact.
The use of sandstone in patio, linking pathways and in the pond adds interest structure, versatility and accessibility to the garden whilst in harmony with the plants.
The garden was conceived to enhance wildlife and create an environment conducive to balance. All plants are open flowering to support insects and bees, plants are left over winter to support birds.
The development of wild flower meadows complements the garden. This is work in progress, currently around 1 acre is established with traditional English species with another 2.5 acres planned. This has been supplemented with tree planting and hedgerow management

Designed by Julie Toll, one of Hertfordshire’s leading garden designer and winner of 7 RHS Chelsea Gold Medals.

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Location details

Mill End Farmhouse,
Buntingford,
Hertfordshire,
SG9 0RP

Directions to Mill End Farmhouse
From S, E and N; Turn off A10 towards Sandon and proceed 1½m and Mill End Farmhouse is on the L. From W; Proceed through Sandon towards Buntingford.

Mill End Farmhouse openings

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

Accessibility

  • Designated car parking next to the garden.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Mill End Farmhouse at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at Mill End Farmhouse. 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 Mill End Farmhouse, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Yes, one or more routes at Mill End Farmhouse are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. Mill End Farmhouse 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.