Skip to content

River Barn

3 acre garden in a sublime river setting as part of former model farm. Planting commenced 2007 to create an arboretum with specimen trees, wildflower meadows and large wildlife pond. Colourful walled courtyard garden with pond, rose pergola, mosaics and rich planting. Formal terraced lawn, pinetum with prairie style planting, stone circle, fruit and vegetable garden, leading to the River Avon.

Owner Info

River Barn
River Barn
River Barn
River Barn
River Barn
River Barn
River Barn
River Barn
River Barn
River Barn
River Barn
River Barn
River Barn
River Barn
River Barn
River Barn
River Barn
River Barn

About River Barn

A garden for enthusiasts of trees and wild flowers, river settings and wildlife – imbellished by beautifully designed courtyard garden with cottage-style planting. Some rare trees, and bee orchids in the meadows.

Location details

River Barn,
Malmesbury,
Wiltshire,
SN16 9LZ

Directions to River Barn
From Malmesbury r'about, take Wootton Bassett road (B4042) for approx ½m. L immed after Sir Bernard Lovell turning.

River Barn openings

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

Accessibility

  • Courtyard garden and first third of the main garden is easily accessed by wheelchair.
  • Share this garden

Other Gardens of Potential Interest

FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at River Barn at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at River Barn. 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.

There are no plants for sale for the time being.

Yes, one or more routes at River Barn are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. River Barn 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.