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Sherwood

23 acres, 2 steep wooded valleys. Wild flowers, spring bulbs, especially daffodils; extensive collections of magnolias, camellias, rhododendrons, azaleas, berberis, heathers, maples, cotoneasters, buddleias, hydrangeas, cornus and epimedium. Collections of magnolias, Knaphill azaleas and berberis. Regret no dogs. Suitable footwear required due to areas of steep terrain.

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About Sherwood

This garden comprises two steep valleys A remote site at the end of a cul-de-sac, although only 6 miles form Exeter. It is on Culm Measure acid clay and is surrounded by 1200 acres of woodland. The two steep valleys are ideal for displaying even the tallest Magnolias, of which there are 120 varieties. These start their display around Mid-March and are in full flood, along with many Camellias, until the end of April. The many Rhododendrons take over in May, with Deciduous Azaleas providing a spectacular show towards the end of May and into June. There are good collections of Hydrangeas and Buddleias to provide colour in July and August; and in September and October, until mid-November, there are many Berberis and Maples to give splendid autumn colours. There is also a large Heather Bank which is very colourful January-March, and again in August-September. The plants are clearly labelled. The mature trees, the deep valleys, the sense of remoteness, and the care taken to blend the cultivated and wild plants, combine to provide a magical experience.The garden was originally laid out before the First War, and has been considerably enlarged over the last 40 years. Much care has taken to conserve and enhance to the wild flowers and trees, and to blend the cultivated plants with these, so as to preserve the sense of the natural Devon.

Location details

Sherwood,
Exeter,
Devon,
EX5 5BT

Directions to Sherwood
Off A377 Exeter to Barnstaple rd, ¾m Crediton side of Newton St Cyres, signed Sherwood, entrance to drive in 1¾m. Do not follow SatNav once on lane, don't fork R, just drive straight & keep going.

Sherwood openings

For this open day you need to pre-book your ticket in advance. To book tickets please click on the book button below.

Refreshments Cream teas.
Admission Adult: £7.50
Child: £3.00
Opening times 13:00-17:00

Visit by Arrangement

This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from 2 January to 30 December.

Please contact the garden owner to discuss your requirements and arrange a date for a group or bespoke visit.

Admission Adult: £10.00
Child: Free

Accessibility

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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

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

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

There are no plants for sale for the time being.

Sorry, Sherwood does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.

Sherwood is not explicitly a wildlife garden, but you may still find various indigenous flora and fauna.