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Sidbury Mill

The gardens and grounds of Sidbury Mill extend to 6 acres. As well as diversity of plants and trees, it is a haven for wildlife. The gardens range from a perennial, rose and shrub garden, a greenhouse and vegetable patch, to mature woodland through which the River Sid flows. A ‘woodland walk’ encompasses many elements of the gardens through which the visitor will appreciate the plants and wildlife.

Owner Info

  • Helen Munday
Sidbury Mill
Sidbury Mill
Sidbury Mill
Sidbury Mill
Sidbury Mill
Sidbury Mill
Sidbury Mill
Sidbury Mill
Sidbury Mill
Sidbury Mill
Sidbury Mill
Sidbury Mill
Sidbury Mill
Sidbury Mill
Sidbury Mill
Sidbury Mill
Sidbury Mill
Sidbury Mill

About Sidbury Mill

The extensive grounds of Sidbury Mill range from a semi-formal lawn and border garden with a summer house, to expanses of woodland filled with primroses and bluebells in the spring. The mill gardens are surrounded by water with the mill leat on one side and Devon’s shortest river, the delightful Sid, on the other. The area is teeming with wildlife; birds, from kingfishers to buzzards, and plenty of bees and insects which are attracted to the wildflower meadow. A ‘woodland walk’ leads you through the different areas of the garden including specimen trees and places to pause and observe the wildlife. Recent additions to the garden include an orchard with West Country fruit trees, raised vegetable beds and a Victorian style greenhouse for growing tomatoes, chilies, citrus trees etc. Chickens are also integrated into the scheme and are a source of endless amusement! There has been a mill in Sidbury since the 13th century and today it is a still a working water mill (the wheel can be seen in the back garden). Surrounded by the beautiful East Devon countryside the gardens have been awarded a ‘Wildlife friendly garden’ award by the Devon Wildlife Trust and the owners received an RHS Banksian Medal for Horticulture in 2023.

Sidbury Mill features

Location details

Sidbury Mill,
Sidmouth,
Devon,
EX10 0RE

Directions to Sidbury Mill
From Honiton take A375 towards Sidmouth. In Sidbury pass the church on the L & continue for ½m. Sidbury Mill on L. From Sidmouth take A375 towards Honiton. Sidbury Mill brown signs on R.

Sidbury Mill openings

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Tea, coffee, cold drinks, sweet & savoury treats. Seating outside as well as under cover. Refreshments in aid of Sidbury & Sidford Royal British Legion.
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 11:00-16:00

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Tea, coffee, cold drinks, sweet & savoury treats. Seating outside as well as under cover. Refreshments in aid of Sidbury & Sidford Royal British Legion.
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 11:00-16:00

Accessibility

  • The garden areas with the floral borders, greenhouse and vegetable gardens are accessible. The woodland walk is mainly flat with grass paths.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

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

Yes, dogs are welcome at Sidbury Mill. 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 Sidbury Mill are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. Sidbury Mill 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.