Great Brington is proud of over 28 yrs association with the NGS and arguably one of the most successful one day scheme events in the county. The gardens are situated in a circular and virtually flat walk around the village. Our gardens provide inspiration and variety; continuing to evolve each yr and designed, planted and maintained by their owners. Opens Sunday 5th May.
Large garden developed by the current owners over the past 20 yrs. Various different planting habitats inc areas designed for shade, sun and pollinator friendly sites. Wildlife pond attracting large range of birds, insects and other creatures into the garden. Alpine houses, planted stone sinks and raised beds. Seasonally planted tubs adding bold summer colour. Opens Sunday 5th May.
The gardens are spread over 4½ acres with formal and wild areas, a hedged quiet garden, and inc collections of naturalised bulbs, irises, peonies, magnolias, shrub roses, cherries, malus and a number of rare trees, expanded and planted by the existing owners over the past 55 yrs. Opens Monday 6th and 27th May.
Approx 1 acre garden wrapped around the nursery with beautiful views. Planted with many unusual shrubs and herbaceous perennials over the last 30+ yrs to reflect the wide range of plants produced. Opens Friday 10th, Saturday 11th, Sunday 12th and Friday 31st May.
Greywalls is an old vicarage set in 2 acres of relaxed country gardens planted for year-round interest. Featuring mature specimen trees, an impressive Banksia rose, three large ponds, many stone features, wildflower meadow and a Highgrove inspired stumpery. The borders feature unusual plants and there is an outside aviary. Opens Sunday 12th May.
Delightful hilly village with attractive old houses of golden coloured Hornton stone, set around a C14 church and two village greens (no through traffic). There are five gardens of differing sizes and styles. We look forward to welcoming you to our lovely village! Opens Sunday 19th May.
An established garden sloping downward from east to west with many trees, shrubs, roses, perennials and bulbs. Small pond, terrace with wisteria covered pergola leads past the rock garden to the lower patio, a larger pond with pergola, decking, climbing roses, jasmine and clematis. A further lawn leads through an arch to the vegetable garden with fruit trees and soft fruit, bushes and climbers. Opens Sunday 19th May.
In the past 15 yrs Pat and Snowy have transformed this space into a wildlife haven. The garden has numerous influences; seaside, woodland and English country garden. Ponds and waterfalls add to the delights. Vintage signs, numerous figures and seating areas at different vantage points are dotted throughout the garden. Opens Sunday 19th May.
Seven wonderful gardens in the historic village of Little Brington, nestled in the Northamptonshire farmlands will open for the NGS. They offer a variety of shapes, sizes and styles, from more formal planting to relaxed cottage gardens, along with a variety of vegetable gardens on show too. Lots of colours on display with a mix of both familiar and unusual plants and flowers. Opens Sunday 19th May.
A friendly village with horses exercising daily and often sheep being herded through. The gardens opening are varied with many flowering plants and shrubs. Opens Sunday 19th May.
Wildlife friendly garden with many small trees, bushes and perennials. Spring bulbs and primroses proliferate underneath the trees, also a laburnum arch. Gravel paths and stone steps give access to the sloping site which is just under a ¼ acre. The garden is in the process of being made even more wildlife friendly, with many more plants being added to feed bees, moths and butterflies. Opens Sunday 19th May.
An interesting and deceptive garden featuring courtyard area with succulents, seasonal pots, troughs and baskets. Borders well-stocked with shrubs and herbaceous perennials together with climbing plants and roses giving colour throughout the growing season. Two lawned areas, a pond planted with plants and stocked with fish. Opens Sunday 19th May.
You are so welcome to Newnham. Four plant-lover gardens inc a new garden opening this yr, all set in our beautiful old village nestled in the unspoilt Northamptonshire Uplands. The gardens, from large to small, are packed with spring colour, horticultural delights, lots of inspiration and lovely views. There is something to delight everyone. Opens Sunday 26th May.
The pretty village of East Haddon dates back to the Norman invasion. The oldest surviving building is St Mary’s, a C12 church. The village has many thatched cottages built in the local honey-coloured ironstone. Other features inc a thatched village pump and fire station which used to house a hand drawn pump and is now used as the bus shelter. The gardens opening this yr are a mixture of small, mature and family gardens with some having beautiful views across rolling hills. Opens Monday 27th May.