Updated Opening Times and Updated List of Plants for Sale
Charming Local Garden - by arrangement Open All Year for visits and for plant sales
Opens Once Again for National Garden Scheme in 2025
One of the area’s most beloved gardens will once again open its gates to the public on Saturday 10th May, as part of the National Garden Scheme – and this year’s event carries a particularly heartfelt purpose.
The stunning 5-acre garden, lovingly created and maintained by John Williams, has been opening annually for over thirty years, drawing plant enthusiasts and curious visitors alike with its extraordinary beauty and tranquil charm. Started in 1988, the garden is a true hidden gem, featuring an enchanting mix of cottage, woodland, and Japanese garden styles. Visitors can wander through vibrant perennial borders, relax beside flowing water features, and admire the garden’s unique emphasis on Southern Hemisphere plants.
This year’s opening is especially meaningful for John, who is raising funds in memory of his late wife, Jill, who passed away last year. “Jill was such a vital part of everything in the garden,” John shares. “She put so much love into every corner of it. This year, I want the day to be a celebration of her.”
Alongside the garden’s natural splendor, guests will have the chance to browse an incredible array of plants for sale, many of which are unusual varieties grown from seed right on site. All proceeds from plant sales will go to support the National Garden Scheme, which raises millions for nursing and health charities each year.
To complete the experience, teas and cakes will be served, with donations going to St Wilfred’s Hospice, a local charity close to John and Jill’s hearts.
Whether you’re an avid gardener, a plant collector, or simply looking for a peaceful afternoon out, this garden visit promises to be a rewarding and memorable occasion. Don’t miss the chance to support wonderful causes while enjoying one of the region’s most magical green spaces.
This is a 5-acre garden for all seasons which delights the visitor. Started in 1988, it features a cottage, woodland and Japanese gardens, water features and borders of perennials, with a particular emphasis on Southern Hemisphere plants. Unusual plants for the plantsman to enjoy, many grown from seed.
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