6 acres of lawns and landscaped grounds on the hills above Lake Windermere, designed by Mawson around 1909; conifers and specimen trees best in spring and early summer with a colourful display of rhododendrons, azaleas and Japanese maples; grounds offer splendid views to Coniston mountains. Pls note dogs allowed in the grounds only & admission is cash only. Opens on multiple dates from 1st May to 31st August.
⅓ acre gardens. The front has three barrels of ericaceous plants. A conifer bed, hydrangeas and a 300+ yr old olive tree, monkey puzzle, acers, silver birch and shrubs. The centre features a piece of Forest of Dean rock. A rose arch at one entrance. The rear garden is an oasis of colour created by numerous trees inc acers, weeping purple beech and an unusual angelica, a roses, hosta bed and ferns. Various statues and metal sculptures on display containing a variety of animals inc an alligator or crocodile (we’re not sure which). A local minister has described the garden as ‘a haven on the way to heaven’! Opens Thursday 6th August.
Created in 2016, this three-level garden was landscaped in 2017 and planted with colourful perennials, annuals, grasses, and succulents in beds and containers. A formal garden leads into a wildflower meadow with spectacular ocean and South Downs views. Updated in 2023 and 2026 with the expansion of the central beds, greenhouse, and planting troughs. Relax in the meadow with tea and home-made cake. Opens Friday 7th August.
A developing family garden set around a 200 year-old farmhouse, blending traditional planting with contemporary touches. Features inc a newly renovated Dutch barn, raised vegetable beds, perennial borders, pond, greenhouse and shell-mulched area. Designed with sustainability, wildlife and seasonal interest in mind. Opens Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th August.
This garden, on a working farm, surrounds the Grade ll listed sub-Medieval farmhouse and barn. The garden is being revitalised with the renovation of beds and development of areas such as the wildlife pond. The ancient yew is a magnificent feature as are the stone walls surrounding areas of the garden. A naturalistic approach to planting and spectacular far-reaching views. Opens Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th August.
The gardens surrounding Severals Grange are a perfect example of how colour, shape and form can be created by the use of foliage plants, from large shrubs to small alpines. Movement and lightness are achieved by interspersing these plants with a wide range of ornamental grasses, which are at their best in late summer. Splashes of additional colour are provided by a variety of herbaceous plants. Opens Sunday 9th August.
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 22nd August.
A colourful town garden with herbaceous borders, climbers, a greenhouse and a pond. Planted in cottage garden style with traditional flowers, the borders overflow with late summer annuals and perennials inc salvias and rudbeckia. The pretty terrace next to the house is lined with ferns and hostas. The owners also make home-made chutneys and preserves which can be purchased on the day. Opens Saturday 22nd August.
Originally designed in 2000 and changes made in 2025, the garden now features terraces and practical spaces for both enjoyment and relaxation. Planting ranges from exotic to unusual, especially planting for shady areas. A C19 gazebo houses a unique collection of marble busts of the four Queen-Empresses, with roses and clematis named after them. Opens Sunday 23rd August.
Former miners cottage built in the 1850s set in the amazing landscape of Bodmin Moor with views of mine ruins from the front and rear gardens.The garden is not large but has a large collection of Acers, roses, hydrangeas, wisterias viburnum and clematis as well as lots of perennials, pots, baskets and a pretty rill.There is a rose canopied deck and patio area with seating. Opens Sunday 23rd August.
Two acre country garden managed by head gardener, Fiona Thompson, with striking herbaceous borders, dry stone wall terracing, white garden, Japanese themed garden, and “hot” garden. Extensive vegetable gardens with polytunnels and greenhouse and our ⅓ acre walled garden. Orchard with traditional apple, pear and plum trees. New woodland meadow area and herb garden. Opens Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th August.
Stepping into this garden is akin to stepping into another world. As one visitor remarked ‘this is unlike any English garden I have ever seen.’ On this small and modest plot one finds huge leaves, tall exotic plants jostling for light with the small and the delicate. Created with a passion for the exotic landscapes of the Caribbean which was inspired by a visit to Barbados. Opens Sunday 30th August.
4 acres round C17 farmhouse in peaceful pastoral setting. Year-round and varied. Emphasis on tender, unusual plants, structure and form. C16 courtyard, listed garden walls, holm oak avenue, yew rooms, vegetable garden, traditional potting shed, orchard, palm and gravel area SA veldt area, with close planting inc agapanthus, agave, dietes and dierama, woodland areas. Opens Sunday 6th September.
Tranquil garden of approx one acre, built for therapy, relaxation and fun. Maintained by volunteers, lawns and glades link garden buildings with willow spiral, wildlife pond, borders, sculptures and stained glass. Blue and gold planting at entrance inspires calm and confidence, leading to brighter red, orange and white. Hospice facilities open for viewing. Opens Saturday 12th September.
A young garden, Blaen-Cwmdu Farm does not lack ambition. A range of planting from rockery to fernery to cottage garden and more. Interlinked ponds are fed by a natural spring and a productive vegetable and polytunnel garden provides produce. Old farm equipment is used for planters and props to enhance the borders. Venture to the top of the garden and be rewarded with views across the valley. Opens Sunday 13th September.
Approx ½ acre garden divided into garden rooms with formal and informal planting featuring specimen Sequoia sempervirens and Cedrus libani. Inc formal white garden, rose garden, sunken Italian garden with Triton fountain, lawned area surrounded by mixed border and paths with rose and wisteria pergola and laburnum arch, Edwardian conservatory, terracotta garden and well garden with raised beds. Opens Saturday 19th September.
Renowned for its rich planting of shaded beds, but plenty to interest sun lovers too, especially salvias. A good selection available in the RHS listed nursery. The new crevice garden is developing nicely and once again we are holding a winter opening featuring drifts of snowdrops and aconites amongst winter flowering shrubs and a small, but expanding collection of named snowdrops. Opens 20th September.
Founded in 1925, Forestry England’s Bedgebury National Pinetum’s mix of conifers and broadleaved specimens spans 350 acres of Wealden countryside, awe-inspiring in scale and grandeur. Paths wind past 6 lakes and giant redwoods to Marshal’s Lake, ringed by rusty-red swamp cypress each autumn. Many of its 12,000 specimens form a living gene bank, safeguarding trees for a changing climate. Bedgebury is open from 8am to 5pm in October. Forestry England are offering an Autumn colour and behind the scenes guided walk of approximately 1.5 hours and 2.4km (1.5 miles) distance. Tour times are 10am, 12pm and 2pm. Opens Tuesday 20th October, pre-booking essential.
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.
Established garden set in small valley of River Ystrad. Acres of crocuses in late Feb to early Mar. Paths through wildflower meadows and woodland of magnificent trees, shade loving plants and azaleas; mixed borders; walled kitchen garden. Many woodland and riverside birds, inc dippers, kingfishers, grey wagtails. Many species of butterfly encouraged by new planting. Much winter interest, exceptional display of crocuses. Opens for By Arrangement visits for groups of 10+.
An acre of secluded organic garden: mix of wild and cultivated. This steeply sloping, densely planted wildlife garden with hundreds of varieties of shrubs and perennials has been evolving since 2013. Very productive raised veg beds, greenhouse with ornamental and edible crops, fruit cages, mixed borders and large pond. Perfect for garden photographers, picnics and wildlife. Opens for By Arrangement visits from July to September.
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