Members’ Gardens Open 2014
Gardens Open by Appointment
CUMBRIA
Orchard Cottage, Hutton Lane,Levens, Cumbria LA8 8PB
Open March – October by appointment and for NGS on Sunday 22nd June 1-5 pm £3.50. Contact Chris and ShirleyBand at 015395 61005or
Plantsman's paradise - 3/4 acre slopping garden in old orchard,with winding paths and diverse habitats. Collections of ferns, hellebores, grasses, cottage plants & geraniums – all wildlife friendly. Featured in 'Amateur Gardening' and 'Lancashire Magazine'
ESSEX
Malt Cottage, Lamb Corner, Ardleigh Road, Dedham, Colchester CO7 6EE
OPENING TIMES: Open only to HPS and CGS members, but they are welcome any time by appointment - phone Alex Pankhurst on 01206 322203.Medium sized, partially walled garden on gravel soil with borders, raised beds, unusual plants, especially sun-loving ones.Some colour-theming, cottagey style.Large gravel garden aiming to look good even in the usual dry late summer.Limited disabled access.
WORCS
The White House, Astley Burf, Nr Stourport on Severn Worcs
Open under the NGS for private visits by appointment during May and June.Individuals or small groups welcome (max 20 due to restricted parking and narrow lanes).
Contact John and Joanna Daniels for more details and directions.Tel 01299 879290 or email
Our garden is an informal mix of trees, shrubs and cottage garden perennials situated on the edge of a small village in the Severn Valley. Entrance £3 homemade teas can be provided by prior arrangement at small extra cost. Home propagated plants for sale (percentage to NGS)
Village Open Days
June 21st & 22nd 2014
Cerne Abbas, Dorset..
About 25 gardens open 2-6pm, free parking, plant stall, teas. Proceeds split between two charities – Cerne Valley Young Peoples Trust and Future Roots. Contact Bob Foulser for more information on 01300 341311
July 19th & 20th
Levens Village Open Gardens, Levens LA8 8PB, Cumbria
Open Saturday 19th11-5pm and Sunday 20th 12-5pm
About 15 gardens.Lunches will be served at certain gardens on Saturday and teas both days.
Cost £5 which will cover both days. Plant Stall. Raffle
For more information ring Pam on 015395 60441 or email