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Welcome to the Open Gardens 2015 Welcome to St Luke’s Hospice 2015 Open Gardens booklet. This year, you are invited to explore 22 varied gardens across Devon and Cornwall. With 11 new gardens, 7 village walkabouts and some old favourites back by popular demand, this diverse selection of beautiful gardens has been picked for you, for your enjoyment. Most are not normally open to the public and so offer a unique insight into garden planning and planting schemes. This is an enjoyable and inspiring way for our supporters to raise vital funds for our hospice. I hope you will tell your family and friends about the scheme and encourage them to support us throughout the summer of 2015. Our garden community continues to grow with some very experienced garden owners joining our scheme which is now in its 5th year. I would also like to highlight Gnaton Hall’s special early spring opening for Mothering Sunday on the 15th March. This private estate is the perfect setting
to spend an enjoyable afternoon with a cup of tea and slice of delicious homemade cake amongst the daffodils and magnolias. St Luke’s Hospice is a registered charity that relies heavily on charitable giving. St Luke’s provides free specialist palliative care for more than 3,000 patients and their families every year. Government funding is limited so we must raise over £4 million each year. To all garden owners and visitors we would like to say a big thank you for making this scheme so popular and successful. Your support is invaluable. Wayne Marshall Community Fundraiser & Open Garden Coordinator
Please be a ‘safe visitor’ Please take care when you visit any of the gardens. Safety in the gardens is paramount. Please wear sensible footwear. Please take care around any water features and steps. Some gardens may pose a problem for those who have difficulty with slopes and steps. Please always supervise children at all times. You do have a duty of care for your own safety and that of any child/ children in your care therefore please ensure that they are in your sight at all times. Please note that some gardens may not be suitable for children. Car parking at all gardens is at your own risk. Please remember that most gardens are private property open through the generosity and enthusiasm of their owners and have not been designed for the visiting public. When requested, please stay on the marked paths, avoid hazards, and take care to avoid damaging plants. Where dogs are permitted, please keep them on leads and under control at all times. Disclaimer: While every endeavour is made to ensure that all the details featured in this programme are true and correct at the time of going to print, we do not take any responsibility for any changes, which may occur due to circumstances beyond our control. Thank you for your cooperation and enjoy your visit! Reg Charity No. 280681
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Gnaton Hall, Yealmpton
visit Gnaton Hall... the perfect afternoon out for
Mothering Sunday You are invited to a special early spring opening at Gnaton Hall to celebrate Mothering Sunday. Over 5 acres of beautiful gardens, which includes a spectacular display of daffodils, walled gardens and grand magnolia trees. Peaceful woodland walks surround the terraced lawns where refreshments will be served.
Yealmpton, Devon, PL8 2HU Open: Sun 15 March Time: 2pm-5pm Admission: ÂŁ5 Parking: Yes Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: Limited Dogs: On lead Refreshments: Yes Other Attractions: Plant sale.
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From Yealmpton Village (A379) take the road to Newton Ferrers (B3186). Follow the orange Open Garden arrows to Gnaton Hall.
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Magnificently set in a secluded valley beneath the wild tors of Dartmoor, Lewtrenchard Manor is a luxurious country house, hotel & restaurant. Mentioned in the Domesday Book, this idyllic family owned property is steeped in history: the Jacobean manor that stands in these impressive grounds dates back to the early 1600’s. Lewdown, Okehampton,Devon, Devon EX20 EX20 4PN Lewdown, Okehampton, 4PN
Tel: Tel:+44 +44(0) (O)1566 1566783 783222 222 Email: Email:info@lewtrenchard.co..uk info@lewtrenchard.co.uk
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Mothecombe House, Holbeton Approached through its pretty hamlet of thatched cottages, Mothecombe has a formal walled garden with a terrace by Sir Edwin Lutyens. A gravel walk through the orchard and bluebell woods, planted with a wide variety of interesting trees and shrubs, leads past the bog gardens and down to the private beach. Mothecombe House, Holbeton, Near Plymouth, PL8 1LB
Open: Sun 12 April Time: 2pm-5pm Admission: ÂŁ5 Parking: Yes Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: Limited on gravel paths Dogs: On lead Refreshments: Yes Other Attractions: Explore the secluded private beach used in filming Sense and Sensibility, Rebecca and International Velvet.
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From A379 Kingsbridge Road take Mothecombe turning. Continue 3 miles to Mothecombe House, follow the orange Open Garden arrows.
Stroll Gardens, Yelverton You are invited to spend the afternoon relaxing and enjoying the beautiful surroundings of this sheltered moorland garden. With well manicured lawns and deep and varied borders, this new private garden for 2015 is a real treat. Places to visit nearby: Burrator Reservoir, Dewerstone Woods at Shaugh Prior and many scenic moorland walks. Stroll, Yeoland Lane, Yelverton, Devon, PL20 6BX
Open: Sun 19 April Time: 2pm-5pm Admission: ÂŁ5 Parking: Yes, in field opposite garden Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: Yes, on lawns and paths Dogs: No Refreshments: Yes.
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On the A386 between Plymouth and Yelverton take the Yelverton Golf Club turning and follow the orange Open Garden arrows.
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Sandhill House, Gunnislake Back by popular demand, Sandhill House located at the top of Gunnislake has lovely views across the Tamar Valley and is a real hidden gem. Open exclusively for St Luke’s, the spring gardens feature mature trees, shrubs, lawns and water features. Stroll around the grounds enjoying the scent of a wide variety of flowers and enjoy the unique history of this private space.
Open: Sun 26 April Time: 2pm-5pm Admission: £5 Parking: Yes, free in railway station and upper village Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: Limited Dogs: On lead Refreshments: Yes Other Attractions: Local stalls, plant sale and light musical entertainment.
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Sandhill House, Sandhill, Gunnislake, Cornwall, PL18 9DR
Drive to Gunnislake in Cornwall. As you enter the village follow the signs to the railway station. From the railway station car park, follow the orange Open Garden arrows - a short walk across the road.
Midhurst Garden, Grenofen Come and join us in this 3/4 acre, front and rear mature rural garden. Enjoy an array of azaleas, rhododendrons, specimen trees, perennial shrubs and plants designed for fragrance and colour to attract bees and birds. The garden is complemented by raised fruit and vegetable plots, a small chicken flock and an apiary. Places to visit nearby: Drake’s Trail, Gem Bridge and Grenofen railway tunnel. Midhurst, Grenofen, Nr Tavistock Devon, PL19 9EW
Open: Sun 10 May Time: 11am-4pm Admission: £5 Parking: Yes, on street Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: Yes Dogs: No Refreshments: Yes, soup and roll lunch and afternoon tea. Other Attractions: Bee keeping talks, plant sales.
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On the A386 between Yelverton and Tavistock turn off at Grenofen following the orange Open Garden arrows.
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Calstock Village Walkabout, Cornwall Explore the diverse village gardens of Calstock with peaceful waterside walks and fantastic views across the Tamar Valley. Includes entry into the gardens of Danescombe Valley House. Approximately a 2 mile walk around upper and lower village gardens with some moderately challenging slopes.
Calstock Village, Cornwall, PL18 9QA Open: Sun 17 May Time: 11am-4pm Admission: ÂŁ5 Parking: Yes, in railway car park and quayside car park Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: No Dogs: No Refreshments: Yes Other Attractions: Plant sale and music.
Take the train or drive to Calstock, look out for orange Open Garden arrows once in the village. Free parking for upper gardens at Calstock railway car park. Free parking for lower gardens in quayside car park.
Can you help us by volunteering at one of our Open Gardens? This is a worthwhile and rewarding role where you meet people who enjoy gardens whilst supporting your local hospice. We are looking for help over the spring and summer months at several gardens in East Cornwall and West Devon. Duties may include: meet and greet, tea/coffee making, car park marshalling and selling raffle tickets. Please call us on 01752 246594 for more information.
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Fardel Manor, Cornwood 5 acres of fascinating and peaceful gardens are opening exclusively for St Luke’s again. Waterfalls and a lake feature in the grounds surrounding the 13th century manor and beautifully restored chapel. With hidden formal and informal areas, this garden is a true delight to explore.
Open: Sat 23 May Time: 2pm-5pm Admission: £5 Parking: Yes Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: Limited Dogs: Guide dogs only Refreshments: Yes, in historic courtyard.
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Fardel Manor, Cornwood, Devon, PL21 9HT
About 2 miles north of Ivybridge on the road to Cornwood, just before the railway bridge turn left into Fardel Manor. Orange Open Garden arrows will be in place.
Rowden Walkabout, Near Brentor For the first time 4 gardens in the hamlet of Rowden will open exclusively for St Luke’s. Come and enjoy this delightful and varied community of cottage moorland gardens (includes entry to the RHS recommended Rowden Gardens - as seen on BBC Gardeners’ World- Home to the national collection of Water Iris). Rowden, Brentor, Tavistock, Devon, PL19 0NG
Open: Sun 24 May Time: 11am-4pm Admission: £5 Parking: Yes Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: No Dogs: No Refreshments: Teas served all day. Ploughman’s lunches, between 12pm and 2pm Other Attractions: Plant sales.
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Drive to Brentor north of Tavistock, follow orange Open Garden arrows to gardens. Other places of interest nearby include Brentor Church and Lydford Gorge.
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Coombe Trenchard, Lewdown Coombe Trenchard’s 8-acre arts and crafts garden was designed in 1906 by architect Walter Sarel, with terraces, garden buildings, paths and bridges. An immensely enjoyable combination of forgotten paths, woodland garden and water gardens. A delightful space where the pattern of long forgotten Edwardian planting schemes are being discovered and restored. Includes exclusive contemporary sculpture exhibition in gardens. Tours of the house available to limited numbers, £2.50 pp.
Open: Sat 30 May Time: 11am-4pm Admission: £5 Parking: Yes Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: Yes, to most of the garden Dogs: On lead Refreshments: Yes Other Attractions: Croquet lawn, plant sales and light musical entertainment.
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Coombe Trenchard, Lewdown, Devon, EX20 4PW Drive to Lewdown village, from there follow orange Open Garden arrows to garden.
Lower Birch Farmhouse, Bere Alston Perched on a hillside with views across the river Tamar, this gently sloping garden boasts creative use of vibrant colours in its borders and a large landscaped pond area. A balanced use of mixed trees and shrubs guide you around the well manicured lawns.
Open: Sun 7 June Time: 2pm-5pm Admission: £5 Parking: Yes Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: Limited Dogs: No Refreshments: Yes.
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Lower Birch Farmhouse, Bere Alston, Devon, PL20 7BY
Drive to the village of Bere Alston on the B3257, follow orange Open Garden arrows to garden.
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We value your feedback. Please email your comments to: events@stlukes-hospice.org.uk or contact us on: 01752 492626.
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Holdstrong Farm, Near Lydford Open for the first time for St Luke’s these surprising gardens hidden near the edge of Lydford Forest are full of beautiful flowers and shrubs surrounding well kept lush green lawns. A peaceful shaded pond area and thriving vegetable beds add to this family friendly space. A lovely peaceful haven to enjoy fresh home baked cakes whilst enjoying the views of the surrounding countryside. Holdstrong Farm, Coryton, Lydford, Devon, EX20 4PQ
Open: Sun 14 June Time: 12pm-5pm Admission: £5 Parking: Yes, in paddock next to garden Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: Yes, limited on lawns Dogs: On lead Refreshments: Yes.
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Drive to the village of Lydford on Dartmoor and follow the orange Open Garden arrows. Other places of interest nearby include Lydford Gorge and Lydford Castle.
Millbrook Village Walkabout, Cornwall For the first time the village garden community of Millbrook open their gates to supporters of St Luke’s. A wide variety of cottage gardens with many different planting schemes provide a fascinating glimpse of this corner of the Rame Peninsula. Come along for inspiration and discover well loved gardens in a beautiful setting.
Open: Sat 20 June Time: 11am-4pm Admission: £5 Parking: Yes, on street and in the football club Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: Limited Dogs: On lead Refreshments: Yes Other Attractions: Millbrook Lake, crafts and local produce stalls in the village centre.
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Millbrook Village, Cornwall, PL10 1AX
Drive to the village of Millbrook in Cornwall. Maps available from St Luke’s representative in village centre or from garden owners.
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Ottery Cottage Gardens, Tavistock Back by popular demand these large delightful rural gardens developed over 20 years have become a wonderful place to spend time contemplating nature and the super views to Dartmoor and beyond. Stroll around the boxed vegetable area, wild garden, pond and busy cottage garden. Meander along the wild flower meadows with bee hives and young trees. Ottery, Near Tavistock, Devon, PL19 8NR
Open: Sat 27 June 2015 Time: 12pm-5pm Admission: ÂŁ5 Parking: Yes Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: No Dogs: No Refreshments: Yes Other Attractions: Plant sales and raffle.
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From Cornwall or Tavistock take the A390 to Gulworthy Cross roundabout. From here follow the orange Open Garden signs to Ottery Cottages.
Whiteford Gardens, Near Callington There are a wonderful variety of garden spaces to explore at Whiteford, from a kitchen garden and beautiful rose garden (both of which are set in an 18th century walled area) to a well established orchard and parkland. Take in the wonderful views across Dartmoor whilst enjoying a cup of tea. Whiteford also has a working waterwheel and exciting tree house among many other unique garden features. Whiteford Gardens, Stoke Climsland, Cornwall, PL17 8PU
Open: Sun 28 June Time: 2pm-5pm Admission: ÂŁ5 Parking: Yes Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: No Dogs: On lead Refreshments: Yes Other Attractions: Plant sales and light musical entertainment.
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On the A338 from Launceston to Callington near the B3257 juction, follow the orange Open Garden arrows to Whiteford.
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Colebrook Village Walkabout, Plympton This year sees more new gardens in the community of Colebrook opening their gates exclusively to support St Luke’s. A chance to view private village gardens with a variety of different landscaping and creative planting schemes. Maps available from St Luke’s representatives on the day.
Colebrook Village, Near Plympton, Devon, PL7 4AA Open: Sun 5 July Time: 11am-4pm Admission: £5 Parking: Yes, in village Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: No Dogs: No Refreshments: Yes Other Attractions: Plant sales.
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From Marsh Mills roundabout Plymouth follow signs to Plympton on B3416. Continue onto Glen Road at mini roundabout. Follow orange Open Garden arrows to village.
Lydford Village Walkabout, Devon For the first time the village gardens of Lydford open their gates for St Luke’s. 4 varied private gardens will be available to view as you wonder around this pretty and historic moorland village. Other places of interest nearby include Brentor Church and Lydford Gorge.
Lydford Village, Devon, EX20 4BH Open: Sat 11 July Time: 11am-4pm Admission: £5 Parking: Yes, in village Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: No Dogs: On lead Refreshments: Yes Other Attractions: Plant sales.
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Drive to the village of Lydford on Dartmoor and follow the orange arrows. Maps available from hospice representative or open gardens on the day.
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St Luke’s Coffee Mornings St Luke’s Hospice Plymouth invites you to join them to hold a Coffee Morning. St Luke’s Coffee Mornings are back by popular demand. With additional features to the free fundraising pack which will support you every step of the way. The Coffee Morning pack includes, a poster to promote your event, recipes for some scrumptious cakes, fun games to play and loads of ideas to make sure your event is the talk of the town. A Coffee Morning with your friends, WI groups, toddler groups, churches or local businesses, anyone can join in and help raise money for St Luke’s. With over £4 million to raise every year to fund the hospice, you can make a real difference.
To register for your free Coffee Morning pack 01752 246597 www.stlukes-hospice.org.uk/coffee
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Bere Ferrers Village Walkabout, Devon You are invited to explore the pretty village gardens of Bere Ferrers for the first time this year. Hidden down by the river Tavy, this picturesque village offers some delightful private gardens opening exclusively for St Luke’s. Maps available from Alpine House.
c/o Alpine House Bere Ferrers Devon PL20 7JS Open: Sun 12 July Time: 11am-4pm Admission: £5 Parking: Yes, in village hall and on street Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: No Dogs: No Refreshments: Yes Other Attractions: Plant sales.
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Drive or travel by train to Bere Ferrers follow orange Open Garden arrows to parking and gardens. Art exhibition in the Old Coach House in village.
Gunnislake Village Walkabout, Cornwall Once again a chance to enjoy the wonderful village walkabout at Gunnislake. With plenty of new gardens this year, be sure to make a full day of your visit. Travel by train or car (approximately 500m walk to village centre from train station). Trail involves some inclines.
Gunnislake Village, Cornwall, PL18 9BN Open: Sun 19 July Time: 11am-4pm Admission: £5 Parking: Yes, free parking in Railway carpark and village centre Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: No Dogs: On lead in some gardens Refreshments: Yes, in some gardens Other Attractions: River Walks.
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Drive or travel by train to Gunnislake village. Park in village centre or railway station car park.
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Tanglewood, Membland, Near Newton Ferrers This delightful garden located in a quiet valley surrounded by wild woodland, features many interesting trees, shrubs and flowering plants with a selection of exotic species. The garden also features numerous sculptures and a koi carp pool.
Tanglewood, Perches Close, Membland, Newton Ferrers, PL8 1HZ Open: Sun 26 July Time: 2pm-6pm Admission: £5 Parking: Yes, on street Wheelchair/PushchairAccess: No Dogs: On lead Refreshments: Yes Other Attractions: Ceramic sculptures, plant sales and koi carp.
From the A379 at Yealmpton follow the signs to Newton Ferrers. Once in the village take the left fork to Bridge End then follow the orange Open Garden arrows to Membland.
St Luke’s Hospice Celebration Boxes give the opportunity for donations to be made in honour of your special day whether it’s your Birthday, Anniversary, Retirement or Wedding Celebration. We provide personalised celebration boxes, envelopes and Gift Aid forms which your friends and family can use to make a donation to celebrate your event, as a gift to St Luke’s. For more information please contact a member of our Community Fundraising Team on 01752 492626
WIN!
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32cc Petrol Brushcutter Simply complete this form for a chance to win this amazing garden tool supplied by:
Abbey Garden, Unit D/Pitts Cleave,
Tavistock 01822 614053
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Closing date 1 September 2015
Draw Date: 7 September 2015
For your chance to win a Mountfield petrol brushcutter simply fill in the form below before 1 September 2015 and send it to: Community Fundraising Team, St Luke’s Hospice, Stamford Road, Turnchapel, Plymouth PL9 9XA Name: Address: Postcode: Telephone: Email: Have I won? The winner will be notified in writing and announced on the St Luke’s website after the 7 September www.stlukes-hospice.org.uk.
Terms and Conditions One ticket per household. You must be a minimum of 16 years of age. Forms must be returned by 1 September 2015 or will not be included in the draw. Abbey Garden reserve the right to change the prize to an item of the same value. I agree to be contacted by email for news on St Luke’s and future events.
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Long Ridge, Lydford Take a drive up onto beautiful Dartmoor and join us to explore the 30 acres of mixed woodland, wildlife ponds and formal planting which combine to make Long Ridge a fascinating garden to discover. This private estate is opening exclusively to St Luke’s this summer.
Long Ridge, Lydford, EX20 4AU Open: Sun 2 August Time: 2pm-5pm Admission: £5 Parking: Yes, in field opposite Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: Yes, but limited in places Dogs: On lead Refreshments: Yes Other Attractions: Woodland and meadow walks.
Drive to the village of Lydford on Dartmoor and follow the orange Open Garden arrows. Other places of interest nearby include Lydford Gorge and Lydford Castle.
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Flete House Gardens, South Hams For the first time in 10 years the private gardens of Flete House are opening to the public. The elegantly landscaped parkland estate together with the Italianate and bog gardens are complemented by some excellent specimen trees. Includes a special opening and guided tours of the fascinating walled gardens (currently being restored by resident plant expert Andy Byfield).
Open: Sun 16 August Time: 2pm-5pm Admission: £5 Parking: Yes Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: Yes Dogs: No Refreshments: Yes
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Flete House, Ivybridge, Devon, PL21 9NZ
From the junction of the A3121 and the A379 near Modbury follow the orange Open Garden arrows onto the driveway of Flete House.
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Lewtrenchard Manor, Lewdown The Gardens designed by Walter Sorel extend over several acres with streams, a sunken garden,a profusion of shrubs, a huge rustic dovecote and a recently restored walled vegetable garden. There are timeless walks from the gardens along Madam’s Walk, on the banks of the river Lew and to the woods and beyond.
Open: Sun 6 September Time: 12pm-5pm Admission: £5 Parking: Yes, in Church Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: Limited Dogs: On lead Refreshments: Yes, in Manor Other Attractions: The nearby forgotten woodland gardens and Holy Well of Lewtrenchard.
Lewtrenchard Manor, Lewdown, EX20 4PN
From Launceston, Tavistock or Okehampton take the road to Lewdown. Once in the village follow the orange Open Garden arrows to the garden.
A Big Thank You To... All the hard working gardeners, garden owners, families, friends and members of the community who have got together to generously open their gardens for St Luke’s this year. Our hospice volunteers and ambassadors who have given their time freely to assist in this scheme. The businesses that have supported us by advertising in this year’s Open Garden brochure. Abbey Garden for their continued support. McClure Solicitors for sponsoring the Open Garden scheme. Shops, garden centres and our friends for displaying brochures. And finally, thank you for supporting our vital work by visiting the gardens. Please share your experience of the St Luke’s Open Garden scheme with your friends and family. If you would like to open your garden for next year’s scheme, volunteer to help out, or are interested in becoming a St Luke’s Hospice ambassador in your area, please contact our team at the hospice on 01752 246594.
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