Page 50 - ALG Issue 3 2021

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Denmans Garden
Created by Joyce Robinson, a pioneer in gravel gardening, and former home of influential landscape designer, John Brookes MBE, Denmans is a Grade II post- war garden renowned for its curvilinear layout and complex plantings. Open year round. www.denmans.org
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Gresgarth Hall Gardens
Beautiful gardens and Arboretum home of Internationally renowned Arabella Lennox-Boyd. Open 2nd Sunday of every month February to November. Further details can be found
on her website.
arabellalennoxboyd.com
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Gilbert White’s House & Gardens
Gilbert White’s House & Gardens is the perfect place to visit if you love gardens and nature!
The garden is recreated as it might have been in the 18th Century, including little quirks and lots of heritage plants.
www.gilbertwhiteshouse.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!
Hill Close Gardens, Warwick
A unique set of Victorian ‘detached’ gardens with summerhouses. Visitor centre / Tearoom / Plant Nursery / Venue Hire.
01926 493339
www.hillclosegardens.com
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Hergest Croft Gardens
Over 70 acres containing more than 5,000 rare trees and shrubs, including magnolias, azaleas and maples, glorious flower borders and a traditional kitchen garden. Unusual plants for sale, gift shop and tea room. Dogs on leads welcome.
01544 230160
www.hergest.co.uk
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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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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 home since its foundation stone was laid in 1577. www.parhaminsussex.co.uk
Credit: Elizabeth Zeschin
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Please check the venue’s website or call before visiting.