Two adjoining gardens, single entry. The Woodman garden has been completely restructured since 2019. Both gardens have sloping grounds with a range of colourful borders using perennials, roses, dahlias, hydrangeas and evergreens, wildlife ponds, water features, established trees and vegetable garden. Nestled in the Elham Valley, the gardens benefit from beautiful views across the valley.
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The Woodman and Woodman Cottage are adjoining properties with access to both gardens via The Woodman single admission point.
While we are not providing refreshments, we recommend the Fifth Trust Garden Centre & Café just 1.2 miles south toward Elham.
The Woodman,
Canterbury,
Kent,
CT4 6QD
Directions to The Woodman
Situated at S end of Barham on RHS of up slope Derringstone Hill, 50 metres past Derringstone St. What3words app: short.lampost.debate.
For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.
For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.
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Yes, cashless payment is accepted.
Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at The Woodman at this time.
Sorry, no dogs are allowed in the garden at this time.
There are no plants for sale for the time being.
Yes, one or more routes at The Woodman are accessible to wheelchair users.
Yes. The Woodman 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.
