About Socks Orchard
Described by visitors as a relaxing, floriferous, colourful and species rich garden, exceptional home made cakes, and large selection of interesting plants for sale.
Socks Orchard
1 acre plus plantaholic's garden designed for year-round interest and colour. Many specimen trees, large collection of herbaceous plants, over 200 roses, woodland shrubs, dahlias, small orchard, vegetable patch. Steep bank with trees, shrubs and wild flowers. Viewpoint at top. Alpine troughs and alpine house. Scented leaf pelargonium and succulents collections. Chickens.
Owner Info
- Michael & Hilary Pritchard
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Location details
Socks Orchard,
Axminster,
Devon,
EX13 7JN
Directions to Socks Orchard
From Axminster on A358 L at Weycroft Mill T-lights. Pass Ridgeway Hotel on L. Continue on lane for ½m. Park in field opp.
Socks Orchard 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 Home-made teas. Refreshments in aid of Axminster Hospital League of Friends.
Admission
Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:00-17:00
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 Home-made teas. Refreshments in aid of Axminster Hospital League of Friends.
Admission
Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:00-17:00
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 Home-made teas. Refreshments in aid of Axminster Hospital League of Friends.
Admission
Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:00-17:00
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access to most of garden.
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FAQs
Yes, cashless payment is accepted.
Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Socks Orchard at this time.
Yes, dogs are welcome at Socks Orchard. 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.
Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at Socks Orchard, please enquire with the owners for more details.
Yes, one or more routes at Socks Orchard are accessible to wheelchair users.
Yes. Socks Orchard 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.