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Rousham Gardens
Eighteenth century gardens, ponds, statuary, and many other original features. Walled gardens with herbaceous borders, a pigeon house and kitchen garden. Bring a picnic and it’s yours for the day. Open daily, all year from 10.00 a.m. Last admission 4.30 p.m. Tickets £10.00. No dogs, no children under 15 without permission. www.rousham.org
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Lamport Hall
The gardens are steeped in history and include extensive herbaceous borders and shrubbery walks containing
some rare and interesting plants. The Walled Garden is full of unusual tall perennials. The gardens are open to visitors April-October on Wednesdays and Thursdays, 10am-4pm. www.lamporthall.co.uk
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Markshall Estate
2,350 acres of gardens, arboretum, and leafy woodland walks. An Essex gem, home
to trees and plantations from across the globe. The Walled Garden sits in the heart of the 200-acre arboretum and is home to the longest double border in the county. www.markshall.org.uk
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For inspiration we’ve rounded up the best of our days out and gardening gems across the UK. Happy days! There is plenty to do and don’t forget to take advantage of special offers wherever possible!
Garden Organic
Set within one acre, the organic demonstration garden at Garden Organic features several unique areas including a large glasshouse and polytunnel, a four-bed veg garden, a no-dig system trial area, and a container garden space. During the summer it is bursting with ornamental plants, flowers and an array of seasonal fruits and vegetables. The garden also features vegetable varieties selected from the Heritage Seed Library - it really is a must-see for any gardener. The garden is open to members and visitors for pre-booked tours only.
024 7630 3517 gardenorganic.org.uk/ get-involved/courses-and- events
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Parham House
Parham House is one of the
country’s finest Elizabethan
houses, with splendid and
award-winning gardens.
Set in an ancient deer park at
the foot of the South Downs,
it has been a well-loved family 5 home since its foundation
stone was laid in 1577.
www.parhaminsussex.co.uk
Credit: Elizabeth Zeschin
Gresgarth Hall Gardens
Created by internationally renowned designer
Arabella Lennox-Boyd,
these stunning gardens
and arboretum are open
2nd Sunday of the month, February to November. 6
01524 771838 arabellalennoxboyd.com
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