Designed and built entirely from scratch over 25 years by owners Mike and Elaine. Now a mature modern cottage garden with a backdrop to open countryside. Well maintained mixed borders with roses, perennial plants, and grasses surround several interesting seating areas. Mature silver birch and clipped box hedging enhance the strong design elements of the garden.
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Designed and built entirely from scratch over 25 years by owners Mike and Elaine. Now a mature modern cottage garden with a backdrop to open countryside. Well maintained mixed borders with roses, perennial plants, and grasses surround several interesting seating areas. Mature silver birch and clipped box hedging enhance the strong design elements of the garden.
The Briars,
Huntingdon,
Cambridgeshire,
PE28 3AT
Directions to The Briars
From A141 take turning signposted towards Broughton. Follow road into village approx. 1½m then take turning opp The Crown Inn, Garden is on R.
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Payment is by cash only. Please get in touch with the owners for more details.
Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at The Briars at this time.
Yes, dogs are welcome at The Briars. 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 The Briars, please enquire with the owners for more details.
Sorry, The Briars does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.
The Briars is not explicitly a wildlife garden, but you may still find various indigenous flora and fauna.
