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Penmead Farm

Situated on the site of an old brick works the property is bordered by over 30 mature oak trees. The garden comprises a woodland and stream (Fontmell Brook) walk, meadows, substantial vegetable garden, orchard, spring fed pond and small semi walled garden. Being on clay soil roses thrive. Views to Pen Hill and Fontmell Down. Some sloping paths and can be wet under foot.

Owner Info

  • Matthew & Claire Cripps
Penmead Farm
Penmead Farm
Penmead Farm
Penmead Farm
Penmead Farm
Penmead Farm
Penmead Farm
Penmead Farm
Penmead Farm
Penmead Farm
Penmead Farm
Penmead Farm
Penmead Farm
Penmead Farm
Penmead Farm
Penmead Farm
Penmead Farm
Penmead Farm

About Penmead Farm

Situated on the site of an old brick works the property is bordered by over 30 mature oak trees. The garden comprises a woodland and stream (Fontmell Brook) walk, meadows, substantial vegetable garden, orchard, spring fed pond and small semi walled garden. Being on clay soil roses thrive. Views to Pen Hill and Fontmell Down. Some sloping paths and can be wet under foot.

Penmead Farm features

Location details

Penmead Farm,
Blandford Forum,
Dorset,
DT11 8PF

Directions to Penmead Farm
From A350 turn into the village of Sutton Waldron. Drive through the village & entrance is approx ¼m on R after the road bridge which straddles the stream.

Penmead Farm openings

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

Accessibility

  • Accessible bar steep slope down to stream and some gravel paths.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Penmead Farm at this time.

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

Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at Penmead Farm, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Yes, one or more routes at Penmead Farm are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. Penmead Farm 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.