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gardening
gems
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
www.gardenorganic.org.uk/ ryton-events
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Please check the venue’s website or call before visiting.
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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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Hill Close Gardens, Warwick
A unique set of Victorian ‘detached’ gardens with summerhouses. Visitor centre / Tearoom / Plant Nursery / Venue Hire. 5
01926 493339
www.hillclosegardens.com
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
Picton Castle Gardens
An enchanting 13th-century Castle set within 60 acres of beautiful RHS partner gardens, with stunning rhododendrons, azaleas, hydrangeas, and a recently restored historical walled garden. Exotic trophy plants co-exist with native flora to bring year round interest. www.pictoncastle.co.uk
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Eythrope Walled Garden Tour
Renowned for gardening excellence, discover Rothschild’s private garden, glasshouses and orchard. Includes a meal inspired
by the garden’s seasonal produce. Wednesdays, May-Oct. £50pp. waddesdon.org.uk/eythrope-tour
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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 £8.00. No dogs, no children under 15 without permission. www.rousham.org
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