Situated in the heart of the Lower Wye Valley, amongst the ancient habitat of woodland, rocks and streams, these three acres can be viewed from a lookout tower. The garden features bluebells, specialist hydrangeas as well as unusual plants and trees attracting butterflies, bees and insects. An addition this year is the newly planted Reflective Garden with a brookside walk featuring many ferns. Opens for By Arrangement visits from 7 April to September for groups of up to 25.
A relaxed three acre garden featuring snowdrops, daffodil walk, mature trees, walled parterre garden, mixed borders, lawns, ponds and shrubbery. Family friendly afternoon out, with children’s activities, loads of space to run about, and scrumptious teas. O pens for By Arrangement visits January to 12 July for groups of between 15 and 40.
Highfield Farm Garden is a celebration of plants. There are over 1400 cultivars, with many rarities, densely planted over three acres and set within the majestic Monmouthshire landscape. It offers an exuberant display across the seasons, providing an intimate, immersive experience with a diverse array of herbaceous, shrubs and trees. Opens for By Arrangement visits from June to 28 September for groups of between 5 and 40.
A cascade of secluded gardens of distinct character over 1½ acres with a naturalistic approach in some areas. Magnificent, unusual trees, interesting shrubs, perennials and annuals. Choices at every turn, visitors are well rewarded as hidden delights and surprises are revealed. Well placed seats encourage a relaxed pace to fully appreciate the garden’s treasures. Opens for By Arrangement visits from April to September.
Small flower farm and gardens around renovated Tudor cottage and barn, situated on a steep hillside. Four distinct areas, perennials, roses, grape vines and wildflower areas and an ancient mulberry tree plus bees and woodland walk. Protecting and promoting of wildlife is central to this garden whose owners follow a no dig approach. Amazing views over the Severn Estuary. Opens for By Arrangement visits for groups of between 6 and 15.
Benjamin Waddington, the direct ancestor of the current owners, purchased the house and land in 1792. Subsequently he created a series of ponds, cascades and rills which form the backbone of the 15 acre garden as the stream winds its way from its source in the Black Mountains to the River Usk. There are herbaceous borders, a drive lined with Narcissi, spring bulbs, wildflowers, a water garden, champion trees and two arboreta. Opens for By Arrangement visits from May to October.
Rockfield Park dates from C17 and is situated in the heart of the Monmouthshire countryside on the banks of the River Monnow. The extensive grounds comprise formal gardens, meadows and orchard, complemented by riverside and woodland walks. Opens for By Arrangement visits from 30 April to July for groups of between 8 and 30.
Wander over the ha-ha and through the C18 listed iron gate which leads to the tall tulip tree, you will find a delightful walled garden full of colour and imagination. Poppies, herbs, vines, roses and honeysuckle thread through the box topiary all attractive to bees and insect life. Home artworks and packets of flower seeds available, all to help the bees. Opens for By Arrangement visits from May to 1 September for groups of between 8 and 24.
Nine acres of mixed habitat, sloping meadows surrounded by mature trees, views, mown paths, orchard areas, two large ponds, stream, stone circle and exhibition of wildlife and wildflower paintings in art studio. Four years into rewilding from grazing land by quadruple gold award gardening for wildlife winners. Emphasising the importance of building up the understory of grassland and mixed habitat. Opens for By Arrangement visits from 14 June to 22 June for groups of up to 12.
A hidden gem of nearly three acres owner designed in sympathy with its surroundings and the challenges of being 650ft up on a north facing hillside. Far-reaching views of the magnificent Black Mountains, mature trees, rhododendrons, viburnum, spectacular hydrangeas, herbaceous borders, vegetable garden, small polytunnel, orchard, chickens, bees. Child friendly with plenty of space to run about. Opens for By Arrangement visits from May to October for groups of 8+.
There’s plenty to see in this beautiful 1½ acre garden, with sweeping vistas across the garden and into the countryside beyond. Colourful mixed borders, gravel garden, lawns, pond and bog garden, kitchen garden and greenhouse, meadow areas and a magnificent veteran oak. Small house history and art exhibitions too. Opens for By Arrangement visits from 2 August to 10 August for groups of between 10 and 30.