Southwood Hall

About Southwood Hall

Southwood Hall is a historically significant grade 2 listed building dating from 1660 (not open). The gardens and grounds have been created since the houses recent restoration to sympathetically blend in and are in continual development under the guidance of head gardener Justin Lowe. There is a secret walled garden brimming with an eclectic variety of planting along with Alice in Wonderland sculpltures and a dipping pool with fountain. Beyond this is the Orchard with a developing wildflower meadow beneath, the extensive composting area and greenhouse which lead you to the eight large raised beds which are planted up for seasonal interest. The formal front garden has been designed with an Euonymous parterre and softened with natural planting. Beyond the front garden is the paddock, planted with a variety of interesting trees and several sculptures. There are long borders along the extensive rear driveway which are especially attractive in the Spring.

Paths and driveway are gravel, site is mostly level, extensive areas of grass, walled garden is accessed by two small steps with a portable ramp available if required, further gravel paths. Plenty of seating

Plant stall and homemade refreshments available on the day

Regretfully no card transactions available owing to poor data connection.