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The Old Vicarage

1½ acre garden revitalised by the present owners. Colourful herbaceous borders with spring bulbs, especially tulips. Woodland areas, small pond, walled vegetable garden leading down to orchard in meadow.

Owner Info

  • John & Christine Benbow
The Old Vicarage
The Old Vicarage
The Old Vicarage
The Old Vicarage
The Old Vicarage
The Old Vicarage
The Old Vicarage
The Old Vicarage
The Old Vicarage
The Old Vicarage
The Old Vicarage
The Old Vicarage
The Old Vicarage
The Old Vicarage

About The Old Vicarage

This old garden has been revitalised over the past few years by its present owners. It shares the same wonderful views as its neighbour, The Old House, right in the centre of the village, but with an idyllic rural outloook. Christine is an artist and her sense of colour has brought this garden alive. A particular feature in May is an ancient rosa Banksia growing above and next to a vivid ceanothus. Depending on how the season progresses, you may see laburnums underplanted with alliums, gorgeous tulips (badgers permitting), rhododendrons and bluebells.

Location details

The Old Vicarage,
Northampton,
Northamptonshire,
NN6 8PU

The Old Vicarage openings

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

Refreshments Home-made teas in the village hall. Refreshments in aid of St Etheldreda's Church & the NGS.
Admission Adult: £8.00
Child: Free
Opening times 14:00-18:00

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair access over gravel drive.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

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

Yes, dogs are welcome at The Old Vicarage. 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 Old Vicarage are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. The Old Vicarage 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.