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Windy Ridge

Universally admired for its structure, inspirational planting and balance of texture, form and all-season colour, the garden more than lives up to its award-winning record. Developed over 39 years, ‘open plan’ garden rooms display over 1000 species (mostly labelled) in a range of colour-themed planting styles, beautifully set off by well-tended lawns, plenty of water and fascinating sculpture.

Owner Info

  • George & Fiona Chancellor
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About Windy Ridge

Frequently described an ‘stunning’, ‘inspirational’ or ‘my kind of garden’ by visitors from all around the world, this ? acre village garden could truly claim to have something for everyone!

Children love exploring the winding paths and marveling at the Wrekin Giant’s wellingtons, while there are plenty of seats in quiet corners for the not-so-young to rest and enjoy the view. Those redesigning their own garden will find many ideas to adapt, particularly in the newer grass and perennial gravel garden, and plantsmen will enjoy having a plant list to tick off their favourite plants.

Over the years we have received a lot of positive feedback, winning several major awards including the Daily Mail National Garden Competition. Tamsin Westhorpe, editor-at-large of ‘The English Garden’, described us as ‘pure perfection’ and ‘a must-visit garden’, so come and visit and see if you agree!

Windy Ridge features

Location details

Windy Ridge,
Little Wenlock,
Shropshire,
TF6 5BB

Directions to Windy Ridge
Follow signs for Little Wenlock from N (J7, M54) or E (off A5223 at Horsehay). Parking signed. Do not rely on SatNav.

Windy Ridge openings

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.

Refreshments Home-made teas. Refreshments in aid of local charities.
Admission Adult: £7.00
Child: Free
Opening times 12:00-17:00

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.

Refreshments Home-made teas. Refreshments in aid of local charities.
Admission Adult: £7.00
Child: Free
Opening times 12:00-17:00

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair access via some gravel paths but help available.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Yes, coaches are accepted at Windy Ridge. Please get in touch with the owners for details.

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 Windy Ridge are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. Windy Ridge 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.