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St Margaret's Allotments, Churchyard & Centre

Almost 100 allotments against the spectacular backdrop of Durham Cathedral, with the chance to speak to gardeners, many using organic methods. Six acre churchyard, rich in nature and history, with 500 gravestones and also Commonwealth war graves. Norman church open to visitors. St Margaret's centre open to showcase its work for mental health and wellbeing.

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  • St Margaret's Allotments Association
St Margaret's Allotments, Churchyard & Centre
St Margaret's Allotments, Churchyard & Centre
St Margaret's Allotments, Churchyard & Centre
St Margaret's Allotments, Churchyard & Centre
St Margaret’s Allotments, Churchyard & Centre
St Margaret’s Allotments, Churchyard & Centre
St Margaret’s Allotments, Churchyard & Centre
St Margaret’s Allotments, Churchyard & Centre

About St Margaret's Allotments, Churchyard & Centre

St Margaret’s Allotments, Churchyard, and Centre offer varied interests for visitors. Aside from the richness of the produce, fruit, flowers, and trees on the allotments, many of the plots have special features, including ponds, the use of water-gathering methods, and the application of organic methods such as ‘no-dig’ cultivation. St Margaret’s Churchyard has varied habitats rich in bird and insect life, and over 500 gravestones which reflect local history from Victorian times and earlier. The 12th-century, Grade-1 listed church of St Margaret of Antioch, one of the earliest churches in Durham, which retains many of its Norman features, will be open for the event. The allotments and the churchyard together include the land from which the stone for building Durham Cathedral and Castle probably came, and evidence of the medieval fishponds of the cathedral can still be seen. Open to visitors will be the adjacent St Margaret’s Centre, which is devoted to improving the mental health and well-being of the community, providing a safe, therapeutic environment for people to regain their confidence, motivation and self-esteem while learning new skills, of which allotment gardening is one.

Website:

https://www.stmargaretsallotments.com

St Margaret's Allotments, Churchyard & Centre features

Location details

St Margaret's Allotments,
Churchyard & Centre,
Durham City,
County Durham,
DH1 4QU

Directions to St Margaret's Allotments, Churchyard & Centre
From A1(M), take A690 to City Centre/Crook; straight ahead at T-lights after 4th r'about. From A167, turn R along A690, and R at next T-lights. 10mins walk from bus /rail stn.

St Margaret's Allotments, Churchyard & Centre 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 Light refreshments at Old School Cafe in St Margaret's Centre, adjacent to allotments.
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 11:00-17:00

Accessibility

  • No information available at this time, please get in touch with the owners for details.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at St Margaret's Allotments, Churchyard & Centre at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at St Margaret's Allotments, Churchyard & Centre. 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 St Margaret's Allotments, Churchyard & Centre, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Sorry, St Margaret's Allotments, Churchyard & Centre does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.

Yes. St Margaret's Allotments, Churchyard & Centre 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.