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Rose Cottage

There are 3 areas, a main garden to the front and side of the house, a smaller 'Mediterranean' garden to the rear and a woodland garden also to the rear. The main garden is planted with wildlife friendly flowers, has slate paths and a pond that attracts 3 species of newts. The woodland garden is maturing. A pond has been dug with water pumped to make a stream. Wildlife information can be given.

Owner Info

  • Mr Richard Cowen
Rose Cottage
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Rose Cottage

About Rose Cottage

The garden was the brainchild of my wife and has all her hallmarks. Sadly, she died in March 2023 and this Open Day will be in her memory.

There are 3 areas, a main garden to the front and side of the house, a smaller ‘Mediterranean’ type garden to the rear and a woodland garden also to the rear. The main garden is planted with wildlife friendly flowers, has slate paths and a pond that attracts all 3 native species of newts. Numerous birds and insects are attracted to the garden.

The woodland garden has an area set aside as a wildflower area.

Our gardener, Aidan, has worked miracles to get it to the condition it is now in. Jenny, our daughter in law, has continued to plant up in my wife’s style.

All the gardens attract numerous birds and insects.

Rose Cottage features

Location details

Rose Cottage,
Durham,
County Durham,
DH6 5NN

Directions to Rose Cottage
1 m from J61 A1(M). All access is via Crow Trees Ln Bowburn and then road to Old Quarrington. SatNav may be misleading.

Rose Cottage openings

A group opening is when a number of gardens open together on the same day.

Refreshments Home-made teas at The Stables - also picnics and WC. Refreshments in aid of local Mountain Rescue Team.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 10:00-17:00

Accessibility

  • There are steps and rough ground making wheelchair access difficult.
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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 Rose Cottage at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at Rose Cottage. 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.

Sorry, Rose Cottage does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.

Yes. Rose 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.