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The Cottage

The garden seeks to capture the essence of a cottage garden whilst retaining some formal elements in keeping with the house (not open).

Owner Info

  • Jacqueline Minor
The Cottage
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The Cottage
The Cottage
The Cottage
The Cottage
The Cottage
The Cottage
The Cottage

About The Cottage

The garden is laid out to beds and borders, with small trees (including a statement olive) and modest lawns. It features a heuchera border, roses, peonies (tree and bush), alliums, lupins and hostas. Climbers include wisteria (white and purple), several clematis and honeysuckle. There are two small courtyard areas with seating and ‘Mediterranean’ planting.

Location details

The Cottage,
Daventry,
Northamptonshire,
NN11 3ET

The Cottage openings

A group opening is when a number of gardens open together on the same day.

Refreshments Light refreshments in village hall. Refreshments in aid of Newnham Church.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 11:00-17:00

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair access is difficult because of steps.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at The Cottage at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at The Cottage. 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.

There are no plants for sale for the time being.

Sorry, The Cottage does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.

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