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 every Wednesday in June.
Situated on the southern slopes of Painswick this 4 acre retirement village boasts formal lawns and borders planted for year-round interest. A varied mix of herbaceous and shrubs, with many areas of interest inc a wildflower meadow with fruit trees that combine to attract an abundance of wildlife. The gardens are a blaze of colour. Opens Thursday 26th June.
One acre plant lover’s garden in the Severn Vale surrounded by open farmland. Established over 25 yrs ago an informal country garden with mature trees, shrubs, colourful herbaceous borders, a small pond, and planted containers. There are plenty of places to sit and enjoy the garden. Lots of interesting plants for sale. Opens Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th June.
Garden arranged around a former Victorian school. Vegetable plot with sunken garden and large greenhouse. Raised beds edged by espalier and step-over fruit trees. Terraced flower garden with variety of trees and shrubs, rockery, Mediterranean courtyard with ancient yew tree and olive tree. Pond and deep shade garden. Opens Saturday 28th June.
A country garden overlooking lovely views with several mixed borders that always have a succession of colour. Gravel gardens, trees and shrubs and a hidden pool garden, raised beds, cutting beds and a developing wildflower bank give plenty of interest. Teas are served in our beautifully restored stone barn. Opens Sunday 29th June.
Two 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 Sunday 29th June.
Award-winning ¼ acre rear garden of a Cheltenham Regency town house inc a striking new Japanese ‘Karesansui’ Garden. Stones and rocks cascade into a gravel pond. Acers, ornamental pine trees and a sheltered ‘Machiai’ sitting bench complete the scene. Specimen trees are grouped in the lawn. Inviting summerhouse with wisteria walkway. Shrubs and wide herbaceous border frame the garden. Opens Sunday 29th June.
Pudding Hill Barn is a large country garden, sloping down to the River Coln, with more formal planting around the house, and meadow and woodland walks. The Trout Hut sits on a vantage point above the river, and there are chickens. Long Cottage is a courtyard cottage garden, crammed with ingenious ideas that make the most of the space. Awkward Hill Cottage is a country garden with a pond, a gravel garden, mixed borders and shade planting. Opens Wednesday 2nd July, pre-booking essential.
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. Ample parking. Opens Thursday 3rd July.