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The Stables

A large family garden full of hidden surprises and extensive views. The main garden is about an acre inc gravel garden, vegetable patch, orchard, play area, model trains, lawn and woodland gardens. There's a further four acres to explore which inc wildlife ponds, woodlands, meadows, hens, ducks, alpacas and a maze.

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About The Stables

The Stables is a developing large family garden full of surprises, hidden paths and interesting planting. Since 2013 well over 2000 native trees have been planted to provide shelter and interest. The garden includes working pets in the form of alpacas, garden cats, ducks and hens and a large poly-tunnel for growing summer vegetables. To cope with the extent of the garden and busy family life everything is as low maintenance as possible. There are still many exciting developments underway – this is an ever changing garden. Take a walk through the grassy woodlands, explore the woodland garden, take in an elevated view from ‘the deck’ or just sit down with a cup of tea (and of course some homemade cake) and admire the view. We also have a large hornbeam maze to find yourself in and half an acre of perennial ridge and furrow wild flower meadow. New developments for 2024 to include: extended railway, two new herbaceous beds, woodland dell and more.

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Location details

The Stables,
Durham,
County Durham,
DH6 5NN

Directions to The Stables
All vehicle access via Crow Trees Ln, Bowburn. SatNav may be misleading.

The Stables openings

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

Refreshments Home-made teas at The Stables - also picnics and WC. Refreshments in aid of local Mountain Rescue Team.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 10:00-17:00

Accessibility

  • The main grass paths can be soft and bumpy in places. Some of the woodland paths are not accessible to wheelchairs.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

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

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

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

Yes. The Stables 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.