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The Old Rectory, Nacton

Just under two acres of garden divided into areas for different seasons: mature trees and herbaceous borders, ample spring bulbs and blossom. Light soil so many self sown flowers. Damp area with emphasis on foliage (rheum, darmera, rodgersia, hydrangea). Still a work in progress after 34 years.

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The Old Rectory, Nacton
The Old Rectory, Nacton
The Old Rectory, Nacton
The Old Rectory, Nacton
The Old Rectory, Nacton
The Old Rectory, Nacton
The Old Rectory, Nacton
The Old Rectory, Nacton
The Old Rectory, Nacton
The Old Rectory, Nacton
The Old Rectory, Nacton
The Old Rectory, Nacton
The Old Rectory, Nacton
The Old Rectory, Nacton

About The Old Rectory, Nacton

Just under two acres developed over 34 years with the latest addition: a terrace with steps leading up to main lawn and large herbaceous borders with mixed planting on dry sandy soil. Butterflies abound as do dragonflies breeding in adjacent wood.

Informal paths weave round the mature oak, chestnut and beech trees that border the garden. Yew hedges divide areas into picking/herb garden, rose garden, wild flower area, greenhouse, studio, and a damp dell to the North of the house with lush foliage, willow, ferns, hydrangeas, aconites, snowdrops and hellebores.

In early summer primula and native orchids thrive in damp area.

Abundance of alliums and tulip bulbs, lilac and scented plants. Box hedging and bay lend structure and a beautiful wisteria and rose. Paul’s Himalayan musk add to the wonderful scent in the early June garden.

Salvia, dahlias and asters give autumn interest whilst in spring blossoming trees, bluebells, primroses and anemones along with other spring bulbs bring early colour. The owners have made sure they can create a beautiful bunch of something any week of the year. Planting still a work in progress, always more to do, lots to enjoy including oak compost bins.

The Ship Inn is 2m up road in Levington and does good pub lunches. Lovely walks on the Orwell Estuary with extensive bird life especially at low tide. Nacton is very accessible from Ipswich and surrounding areas.

The Old Rectory, Nacton features

Location details

The Old Rectory,
Nacton,
Nacton,
Suffolk,
IP10 0HY

Directions to The Old Rectory, Nacton
The garden is down the road to Nacton from the 1st A14 turn off after Orwell bridge going SE. Parking on Church Rd opp Old Rectory driveway. This will be signed.

The Old Rectory, Nacton openings

This garden has now completed its National Garden Scheme openings for this year.

Accessibility

  • Most areas are wheelchair accessible, however grassy slopes and levels.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at The Old Rectory, Nacton at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at The Old Rectory, Nacton. 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 Old Rectory, Nacton, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Yes, one or more routes at The Old Rectory, Nacton are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. The Old Rectory, Nacton 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.