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Pump Cottage

Described by visitors as ‘A secret wonderland, surprises at every turn’. C19 cottage, rural setting. Enchanting, romantic 1 acre plantaholic’s garden with year-round interest. Colourful borders, roses, rockery, fernery, water features, natural pond, and wildlife area. Many unusual plants. Creative features, artefacts and ornaments which provide inspirational ideas.

Owner Info

  • Barry and Sue Knee
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About Pump Cottage

Featured on Carol Klein’s “Open Gardens” programme on BBC 2.

Barry and Sue have tried to create a romantic and relaxed atmosphere and the garden supports a wide diversity of plants. Wildlife is supported.
The overall design divides the garden into distinctive areas providing interesting vistas and hidden surprises.
Borders are overflowing with a wide choice of flowers and foliage.
For the plant enthusiast there are many unusual plant varieties.
Much of the garden is shady providing ideal conditions for the many woodland plants.

The garden is continually evolving to prolong the season of interest and to ensure there is always something different to delight visitors.

Reopening after 7 years so plenty of new features.

Pump Cottage features

Location details

Pump Cottage,
nr Alvechurch,
Worcestershire,
B48 7EQ

Directions to Pump Cottage
1½m from J3 M42 off N-bound c'way of A435 (signed Alvechurch). Parking in adjacent field.

Pump Cottage openings

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

Accessibility

  • Partial wheelchair access due to slopes, steps and narrow gravelled paths.
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FAQs

Payment is by cash only. Please get in touch with the owners for more details.

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

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

There are no plants for sale for the time being.

Yes, one or more routes at Pump Cottage are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. Pump 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.