5 acres featuring mixed borders of plant and colour interest around C17 house and tithe barn (neither open). Set in fine parkland in hidden valley with lakes and ponds. Woodland garden and walks, vegetable garden. In February visitors will wander past carpets of snowdrops drifting through the woodland area of the garden, and along a magnificent avenue of lime trees, with beautiful views of the estate in all directions. Opens Sunday 8th February.
Legsheath was first mentioned in Duchy of Lancaster records in 1545. It was associated with the role of Master of the Ashdown Forest. Set high in the Weald, with far-reaching views of East Grinstead and Weirwood Reservoir. The garden covers 11 acres, with a spring-fed stream feeding ponds. There is a magnificent davidia, rare shrubs, embothrium, and many different varieties of meconopsis and abutilon. Opens Sunday 10th May.
The Gardens at Hooton Pagnell Hall have a vast history, they have been continuously evolving since the estate was purchased by the Warde Family in the 1700’s. Since then, each generation has added its own character, resulting in the layered landscape that can be seen today. Among the highlights are fragrant rose beds, mature fruit trees, and a striking wisteria. These features sit alongside lawns, historic stonework, and garden structures that reflect the estate’s development. Opens Thursday 14th May.
Started in 1970, a garden of approx ⅔ acre, formerly an egg packing station yard, overgrown with lots of hard standing, which we used to develop paved or gravel areas. The garden is divided into nooks and spaces to sit and relax. Each area has a different flavour, from hot and vibrant to cool and leafy. Exotic shrubs and ferns, fruit trees, lots of camelias, a Scandi area, a pond reached through a rose covered moongate, vertical planting and a separate vegetable garden. Opens Saturday 6th June and Saturday 22nd August.
A pretty village on the River Avon with church, village hall and pub. Up to 10 gardens open. A mix of styles and sizes, some with river views. For parking, follow signs in Church St to field on right past the church. Some disabled parking is available behind the village hall as you come into the village. Tickets from the car park. Opens Sunday 14th June.
The Oasthouse Garden has been slowly transformed into a beautiful home and garden over 12 years. The one-acre garden features lush herbaceous borders, a formal rose garden framed by yew hedges, Victorian style greenhouse, vegetable garden and a naturalistic prairie garden, with the entire landscape enjoying picturesque views of St Lawrence Church. A perfect blend of history and horticulture. Opens for By Arrangement visits from May to September for groups of up to 10.