An ever-evolving country garden in one of the most beautiful villages in the Cotswolds, designed by its owner, an award-winning garden writer, to reflect the local landscape and encourage wildlife. Planting contributes year-round interest with lots of colour and texture. Open By Arrangement visits from 10th June to 7th September for groups of between 10 and 30.
Unique historic garden of a keen plantsman, with far-reaching views across the River Severn. Gardens contain many rare plants which thrive in the warm microclimate against the stone walls of this medieval castle. Woodland, historic trees and stunning terraced borders. Opens for By Arrangement visits from 3rd June to 17th June.
This intense yet informal tapestry style garden beautifully complements the period manor house which it surrounds. Organic, naturalistic, with informal cottage-style planting areas that seamlessly blend together. Natural fish pond, with Monet bridge leading to small island with thatched Fiji house. Opens By Arrangement visits from May to 10th October for groups of between 10 and 40.
Artistically and lovingly created 1½ acre garden surrounding restored Georgian/Tudor house (not open). Relaxed country style with Japanese influences, large pond, sculpture and walled vegetable/flower garden, created over 25 yrs from a blank canvas. Mature copper beech trees, Cedar of Lebanon and Wellingtonia; and younger trees replacing an earlier excess of Cupressus leylandii. Opens for By Arrangement visits from May to June for groups of between 10 and 30.
Extensive country house gardens in 180 acre equestrian estate. Formal terraces, perennial borders, walled topiary garden, enclosed cut flower garden and large glasshouse. Jubilee copse. Rescue animals. Opens for By Arrangement visits from July to 30th August for groups of between 20 and 35.
A 4 acre, south facing, sloping site overlooking the Severn, where soil and wildlife are nurtured with organic and no-dig methods. There are 3 acres of mature wildflower meadows, with orchards and a vineyard, and 1 acre of more formal garden with mature herbaceous borders, trees and shrubs (notably roses and echiums), 2 ponds with bog gardens, an area of prairie planting and a greenhouse. Opens for By Arrangement visits from 20th May to 28th June for groups of up to 20.
Walled garden, temple, grotto, and pools. Classical garden of 2½ acres, with humorous contemporary twist. Hedges, topiary shapes, herbaceous borders. Pergolas, grass garden, wildflower meadow, woodland, cascade and mirror canal. Sunken garden. Pretty Cotswold village setting beside church. Visitor comment: ‘It breaks every rule of gardening – but it’s wonderful!’. Opens for By Arrangement visits from April to September for groups of up to 20.
Corner garden full of design ideas to maximise smaller spaces in interlocking colour themed rooms, some on different levels, packed with perennials and grasses. A shady pergola for ferns and hostas. A small man-made stream. Vegetables in containers. Low maintenance gravelled areas with trees, shrubs and self sown perennials, plus pots in abundance. Opens for By Arrangement visits from May to September for groups of up to 15.
Greenfields is a 1½ acre plantsperson’s gem of a garden set in the beautiful Wye Valley AONB. The garden features many mature trees and numerous rare/unusual plants and shrubs planted as discrete gardens. Greenfields is the passion and work of ‘Head Gardener’ Jackie, who has a long interest in the propagation of plants. Opens for By Arrangement visits from 10th June to 23rd June for groups of between 10 and 40.
A large urban garden developed over the last 25 yrs by the current owners. Their vision is to create an informal nature lovers’ garden where there is tranquillity away from the town and a time for mental refreshment. The space consists of paths, herbaceous border, pond, wildflower spread, silver birch copse and lush green vegetation of the dry river bed. Opens for By Arrangement visits from 19th May to 14th July for groups of up to 20.
Set in elevated position with exceptional views. 1m walk through woods and fields to show carpets of spring flowers. Enclosed garden with fern border, sundial and heather bed. White and mixed shrub borders. Stout footwear advisable in winter. Opens for By Arrangement visits from 28th January to 5th May.
One acre garden created from wilderness on a challenging, steeply sloping site using many reclaimed materials, stonework and statuary. Multiple terraces and garden ‘rooms’ enhanced with different planting styles and water features to complement the natural surroundings. Many seating areas with stunning views. Children’s Trail. Cidery offering tastings. Exhibition and sale of local artists’ work. Opens for By Arrangement visits from May to September for groups of between 5 and 30.
2 acres of shrub, orchard and wildflower gardens in beautiful isolated valley setting. Holder of National Collection of Rambler Roses. June 20th to 30th is usually the best time for the roses. Opens for By Arrangement visits from 20th June to 3rd July for groups of up to 30.
One acre secret garden divided into rooms. Gradually developed over the last 30 yrs. Many places to sit and enjoy the scent of honeysuckle, philadelphus and over 50 varieties of roses. Wildflower meadow, gazebo and summerhouse. Formal lily pond and small wildlife pond. Some quirky features. You may even see a fairy. Opens for By Arrangement visits from 8th April to 8th September for groups of up to 20.
Informal country garden developed over 30 yrs by current owners. Mixed borders, topiary, orchard and many species of trees. Gravel garden and rambling roses in ‘the ruins’. A concrete garden and wildflower area leads to vegetable patch. Large spring-fed pond with ducks. Also bantams, chickens, black Welsh sheep and Kunekune pigs. Opens for By Arrangement visits from June to August for groups of between 10 and 40.
Rural ¼ acre garden with stunning views across the Wye Valley. The maturing planting of 60+ roses, shrubs, grasses and perennials in a modern English Garden style provides year-round interest. The established borders are linked by meandering grass paths and small seating areas in different parts of the garden. Opens for By Arrangement visits from 15th September to 21st September.
Mainly informal country garden of approx ½ acre with pond and gravel garden. Herbaceous borders, trees and shrubs surround lawns and seating areas. Wild garden and orchard lead to greenhouses, vegetable garden and beehives. Spring bulbs, early summer perennials and shrubs particularly colourful. Opens for By Arrangement visits from 24th March to 7th July for groups of up to 30.
Five acre hillside woodland garden in AONB on bank above the River Wye. Focus on wildlife with naturalistic planting and weeds, some left for specific insects/birds. It has many paths, a wooded area, wildflower area, flower beds and borders, lawns, stumpery, fernery, vegetable beds and white garden. Of particular interest is the path along a disused railway line, and the summer dahlias. Opens for By Arrangement visits from April to September for groups of up to 10.
Peaceful country garden in 2 acres with stunning views of surrounding countryside. High walls provide a backdrop for rambling roses, clematis, and honeysuckles. Organic garden with large variety of perennials, annuals, shrubs and specimen trees with year-round colour. Vegetable garden, wildlife and formal ponds. Rustic pergola planted with English climbing roses and willow arbour in gravel garden. Opens for By Arrangement visits from 13th April to 8th June for groups of between 15 and 40.
Striking views of the Malvern Hills from this 3 acre Cotswold garden positioned at the top of the charming village of Snowshill. Featured in Country Life, the C17 Grade II listed house is surrounded by terraces of garden rooms. Herbaceous borders, espaliered fruit trees and sunken vegetable garden. Plants tumble down the terraces to a romantic stream, ponds, garden features, orchard and meadow. Opens for By Arrangement visits from 3rd June to 5th June for groups of between 5 and 30.
Approx 3 acres set in a small woodland with panoramic views. Variety of herbaceous and mixed borders, rose garden, tulips, extensive vegetable plots, wildflower areas, plantings of spring bulbs with thousands of snowdrops and hellebores, woodland walk, two small ponds, waterfall and larger conservation pond. Interesting wooden sculptures, many within the garden. Cultivated using organic principles. Opens for By Arrangement visits from 11th February to 14th September for groups of up to 35.
Hillside 1½ acre garden situated on the Cotswold escarpment with spectacular views across the Severn Vale. Interesting solutions to the challenges of gardening on a gradient, reflecting the local topography. Mixed shrub and herbaceous borders, bog garden, orchard, small arboretum and several wildflower areas. Landscaping inc extensive terracing with grass banks. Opens for By Arrangement visits from 26th April to 14th September for groups of up to 25.
An 1½ acre garden comprising flower beds and shrubs around the house, a herb garden, a woodland area of native trees, a fernery, a large pond, a small orchard, a fruit and vegetable garden and a wildflower meadow. There are various seats around the garden inc on the ‘cricket pavilion’ veranda overlooking the lawn, and steam trains run along the embankment behind the garden. Opens for By Arrangement visits from 8th July to 25th July for groups of between 5 and 20.
A diverse garden of over 20 acres created during the last 30 yrs by the current owners. Inc a walled garden, pleached lime avenues, nut walk, potager, ponds, Italian garden, arbour, shrubberies and wildflower meadows. Strategically placed follies, urns and statues enhance extraordinary vistas. Opens for By Arrangement visits from 23rd April to 4th September for groups of up to 30.
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