The garden extends to approximately two acres, and includes a small wooded area with some fine native trees that predate the garden, and a 55 foot Dawn Redwood planted in 1960; secure parking for at least 35 cars is provided here.
The grounds are laid out on a gently sloping site, the main structural feature, (a shady haven in which to pause for breath), being the octagonal pergola, which provides an effective "gateway" from the woodland to the slightly more formal atmosphere of the herbaceous borders and water garden.
Over the years we have collected a wide variety of plants, climbing and shrub roses, herbaceous perennials, water, bog and alpine plants, whilst Hydrangeas thrive in the acidic sandy soil, their large range of colours in July and August being one of the high points of our gardening year.
The borders are not "themed" but as each one is unique in colour and content, interest is maintained when exploring the garden, we do try to avoid duplication wherever possible, and we propagate some of the better plants for sale to our visitors.
Besides the main pond, which is well stocked with fish and plants there are waterfalls, small pools and a good boggy area, all designed to attract wildlife.
The terrace and steps look out over the ha-ha to truly splendid views,
Fuchsia baskets and specimen Fuchsias and roses in containers make this a very pleasant place
indeed to relax and enjoy a good cup of tea and home-made
cakes!.
We hope you decide to come and visit our garden, you can be
assured of a warm welcome, you might even find that plant you have been looking
for, but above all you will be supporting a charity whose aims
we support 100% and will continue to do so.
