Contemporary Arne Maynard inspired garden of almost 3 acres, with wildflower meadows, orchards, kitchen garden and lawns, linked by a sweeping mown pathway, studded with topiary, divided by box, yew and beech hedging. Landscaped and planted over last 10 yrs by current owners, and still work in progress.
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Contemporary Arne Maynard inspired garden of almost 3 acres, with wildflower meadows, orchards, kitchen garden and lawns, linked by a sweeping mown pathway, studded with topiary, divided by box, yew and beech hedging. Landscaped and planted over last 10 yrs by current owners, and still work in progress.
Wagtails,
Sturminster Newton,
Dorset,
DT10 2JW
Directions to Wagtails
From Sherborne take A3030. At Bishops Caundle, L signed Stourton Caundle. After 1½m in village on R as descending hill, 5 houses before Trooper Inn. Park at Manor Farm.
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.
This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from 26 May to 28 September for groups of between 10 and 50.
Please contact the garden owner to discuss your requirements and arrange a date for a group or bespoke visit.
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Yes, cashless payment is accepted.
Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Wagtails at this time.
Yes, dogs are welcome at Wagtails. 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 Wagtails are accessible to wheelchair users.
Yes. Wagtails 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.
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