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Sutton Mead

A large garden with splendid views of Dartmoor. Remote yet only a dozen miles from Exeter, Okehampton and Newton Abbot. A constantly colourful garden. May numerous varieties of rhododendron, azalea and late spring bulbs. September hydrangeas, dahlias, agapanthus and much more. Mature orchard, productive vegetable garden, substantial tree planting, croquet lawn. Wander through tranquil woodland. Lawns surround a granite lined pond with a seat at the water’s edge. Elsewhere unusual planting, grasses, bog garden, granite walls, rill fed pond, secluded seating and an unusual concrete gothic greenhouse all contribute to a garden of variety that has been developed and constructed over 45 yrs by the current owners. Plants from the garden for sale and teas, cream or otherwise, are a must. Dogs on leads welcome.

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Sutton Mead
Sutton Mead
Sutton Mead
Sutton Mead
Sutton Mead
Sutton Mead
Sutton Mead
Sutton Mead
Sutton Mead
Sutton Mead
Sutton Mead
Sutton Mead
Sutton Mead
Sutton Mead
Sutton Mead
Sutton Mead
Sutton Mead
Sutton Mead

About Sutton Mead

A large garden with splendid views of Dartmoor. Remote yet only a dozen miles from Exeter, Okehampton and Newton Abbot. A constantly colourful garden. May numerous varieties of rhododendron, azalea and late spring bulbs. September hydrangeas, dahlias, agapanthus and much more. Mature orchard, productive vegetable garden, substantial tree planting, croquet lawn. Wander through tranquil woodland. Lawns surround a granite lined pond with a seat at the water’s edge. Elsewhere unusual planting, grasses, bog garden, granite walls, rill fed pond, secluded seating and an unusual concrete gothic greenhouse all contribute to a garden of variety that has been developed and constructed over 45 yrs by the current owners. Plants from the garden for sale and teas, cream or otherwise, are a must. Dogs on leads welcome.

Location details

Sutton Mead,
Newton Abbot,
Devon,
TQ13 8PW

Directions to Sutton Mead
½m N of Moretonhampstead on A382. R at r'about.

Sutton Mead openings

Visit by Arrangement

This garden opens for By Arrangement visits .

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

Refreshments Home-made teas.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free

Accessibility

  • Partial access, there is a gravel drive.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Yes, coaches are accepted at Sutton Mead. Please get in touch with the owners for details.

Yes, dogs are welcome at Sutton Mead. 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 Sutton Mead, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Yes, one or more routes at Sutton Mead are accessible to wheelchair users.

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