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The Croft

Cottage garden, informally planted with good structure inc several seating areas. Planted for year-round interest with many perennials, shrubs, trees, fruit and herbs. Summerhouse, greenhouse and other structures.

Owner Info

  • John & Dorothy Boast
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About The Croft

Himalayan birch and climbing roses welcome you to this cottage style garden which has an extensive variety of herbaceous plants and shrubs. The garden which is continually developing has been maintained by the current owners for over 30 years. It lies to the west and south of a late C17 Northamptonshire stone house and is planted for year-round interest. Mature trees offer shade and there is some formal structure containing informal planting. Gravel paths wander through archways clothed in fruit, roses and honeysuckle. Two gazebos and a summerhouse offer seating with different views of the garden which is split into two main areas by a beech hedge.

The Croft features

  • Coaches Allowed
  • Cottage Garden
  • Dog friendly
  • Wheelchair access

Location details

The Croft,
Northampton,
Northamptonshire,
NN7 4LQ

The Croft openings

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

Refreshments Home-made teas in Chapel School Room (Apr). Morning coffee & teas in Church & light lunches & teas in Chapel School Room (June). Refreshments in aid of All Saints Church & United Reform Church, Flore.
Admission Adult: £8.00
Child: Free
Opening times 11:00-18:00

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

Refreshments Home-made teas in Chapel School Room (Apr). Morning coffee & teas in Church & light lunches & teas in Chapel School Room (June). Refreshments in aid of All Saints Church & United Reform Church, Flore.
Admission Adult: £8.00
Child: Free
Opening times 11:00-18:00

Accessibility

  • The garden is generally level, but gravel paths can be difficult for wheelchair users. Help will be available if needed.
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FAQs

Payment is by cash only. Please get in touch with the owners for more details.

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

Yes, dogs are welcome at  The Croft. 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.

Yes, one or more routes at The Croft are accessible to wheelchair users.

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