Open Gardens 2013 by St Luke's Hospice

Open Gardens

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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 1600â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Lewdown, Okehampton, Devon EX20 4PN Tel: +44 (O) 1566 783 222

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Welcome to the Open Gardens 2013 1 to St Luke’s Hospice 2013 Open Welcome Gardens booklet. This year we invite you to explore 25 varied gardens across Devon and Cornwall. With many new additions, and a few old favourites, we hope you will enjoy this diverse selection of beautiful gardens. Many are not normally open to the public and so offer a unique and private insight into garden planning and planting schemes. This is an enjoyable yet vital way for our supporters to raise much needed funds for our hospice. We hope you will tell your family and friends about the scheme and encourage them to support us throughout the summer of 2013. Our garden community is growing year after year with some very experienced garden owners keen to be on board. To all garden owners and visitors we would like to say a big thank you for making this scheme so popular and successful. 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 3,500 patients every year. Government funding is limited so we must raise at least £4.5 million each year. Your support is invaluable, thank you.

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Please take care when you visit any of the gardens. Safety in the garden is paramount. 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 and dogs at all times. You do have a duty of care for your own safety and that of any child/children in your care and 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, they are 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. Disclaimer: While every endeavour is made to ensure that all the details featured in this programme are true and correct at 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!

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Bowringsleigh, Kingsbridge Bowringsleigh has 10 acres of grounds in a valley close to Kingsbridge, with many varieties of trees and shrubs, including a large range of Magnolias and Camelias planted over the last 25 years.

Bowringsleigh, Kingsbridge, TQ7 3LL

Open: 14th April 2013 Time: 2pm-5pm Admission: £4 Parking: Yes Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: No Dogs: On lead Refreshments: Yes

Follow the A381 to Kingsbridge, turn left towards West Avington at Langworthy’s Barn junction. Follow the orange arrows.

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Gnaton Hall, Yealmpton Explore over 5 acres of garden in a secluded position, including woodland, lawned terraces, water and bog garden, wild flower bank and walled garden. There is a wide variety of flowers, shrubs and trees to enjoy.

Open: 20th April 2013 Time: 2pm-5pm Admission: £4 Parking: Yes Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: Limited Dogs: On lead Refreshments: Yes Other Attractions: Plant sale

Yealmpton, Devon, PL8 2HU

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From Yealmpton village, take the road to Newton Ferrers. Follow the orange arrows to Gnaton Hall.

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Rose Cottage, North Lew A naturalistic 2 acre informal garden, developed over the last 12 years, set in open countryside. Grass paths wind around mixed herbaceous borders, trees, shrubs, bog and water gardens. An attractive and productive kitchen garden with vegetables, soft fruit, herbs and flowers borders a small orchard. Two greenhouses provide tomatoes, peppers and salad.

Open: 5th May 2013 Time: 2pm-5pm Admission: £4 Parking: Yes with short walk to garden Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: No Dogs: On lead Refreshments: Yes

Celia’s Garden, Plymouth

Rose Cottage, Crowden Road, North Lew, Devon, EX20 3ND

From the A30 near Okehampton head to the village of North Lew via the A386. Follow the orange arrows from the village square to Rose Cottage.

A well designed rear garden with some fascinating and unusual varieties of trees, shrubs and flowering plants. A surprisingly peaceful corner of Plymouth to enjoy.

37 Shirburn Rd, Eggbuckland, Plymouth, PL6 5QP

Open: 12th May 2013 Time: 12pm-4pm Admission: £4 Parking: On street Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: No Dogs: No Refreshments: Yes

From the A38 in Plymouth turn off at the Leigham/Estover junction and follow the B3413 (Forder Valley Road) towards Crownhill. Turn onto Fort Austin Avenue and follow the orange arrows to Celia’s garden.

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Calstock Walkabout 4 Gardens Explore the diverse village gardens of Calstock with fantastic views across the Tamar Valley. Enjoy a walk of approximately 2 miles around upper and lower village gardens with some moderately challenging slopes.

Calstock Village, Cornwall Open:19th May 2013 Time: 10am-4pm Admission: ÂŁ5 for map and entry to all gardens on the day. Parking: Yes, at railway station for upper village gardens and village car park for lower gardens Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: No Dogs: No Refreshments: In the village chapel & Ellendale garden

Follow signs to Calstock, look out for orange arrows once parked in the village. Free parking for upper gardens at Calstock railway car park. Free parking for lower gardens in quayside car park.

Fardel Manor, Cornwood Come and enjoy 5 acres of fascinating and peaceful gardens. Waterfalls and a lake feature in the grounds surrounding the 13th-century manor and chapel. With formal and informal areas, this garden is a true delight.

Fardel Manor, Cornwood, PL21 9HT

Open: 25th May 2013 Time: 2pm-5pm Admission: ÂŁ4 Parking: Yes Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: Limited Dogs: Guide Dogs Only Refreshments: Yes

About 2 miles north of Ivybridge on the road to Cornwood, just before the railway bridge turn left into Fardel Manor.

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Lukesland House, Ivybridge Featuring 24 acres of woodland gardens, with flowering shrubs, wildflowers and an excellent selection of unusual trees, including possibly the largest handkerchief tree in the UK and many well established rhododendrons. Set in a small picturesque valley, take time out to explore these wonderful gardens. Featured in Country Living, Devon Life and The English Garden.

Open: 26th May 2013 Time: 2pm-6pm Admission: £5 Parking: Yes Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: Disabled parking, toilets and access to tea room, limited access to garden. Dogs: On lead Refreshments: Yes Other Attractions: Fun children’s trail and high quality plant sellers from Devon and Cornwall.

Lukesland House, Harford, Ivybridge, PL21 0FJ

Head to Ivybridge from A38. Drive up through the town. At the fourth roundabout, turn right and follow the orange arrows to Lukesland / Harford.

Rowden Gardens, Brentor Rowden Gardens has appeared on many television programmes and has been recommended in “The Gardener’s Guide to Britain” and in the RHS Garden Finder. The gardens themselves contain 8 canal-like ponds displaying the National Collection of Water Iris’, with over 100 varieties, as well as substantial numbers of water lilies and other aquatics. A peaceful garden to explore. Rowden Gardens, Brentor, PL19 0NG

Open: 2nd June 2013 Time: 2pm-5pm Admission: £4 Parking: Yes Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: Limited when wet Dogs: No Refreshments: No Other Attractions: Plant sale

From Tavistock follow the signs to Brentor on Drake Road. Drive past Brentor Church on the hill and follow the orange arrows.

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Peter’s Garden, Bere Alston A lovely garden with breathtaking views across the countryside. Landscaped from brambles and nettles into a beautifully designed domestic garden. Peter Harper has divided the terrain into different sections which include an Italian formal garden, water features, a wonderful array of heather beds and a wide variety of flowering plants. 2 The Cotts, Bere Alston, PL20 7BX

Open: 8th June 2013 Time: 2pm-5pm Admission: £4 Parking: Yes Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: No Dogs: No Refreshments: Yes Other Attractions: Plant sale

From Tavistock, take the A390 towards Callington and turn off left on the B3257 at Gulworthy, follow signs to Bere Alston. Once in the village turn left past the shops, follow the hill up past the church and turn right at the crossroads. Follow the orange arrows to find this hidden gem.

Alder, Lewdown Enjoy over 20 acres of garden created over the last 23 years with shrubs, herbaceous areas and views over the landscaped valley. Explore woodland walks, a 4 acre lake, water features, rill and lime tree avenue. There’s plenty to explore in this garden. Keep your eyes open for the ‘critically endangered’ wollemi pine tree on your way around this private estate. Alder, Lewdown, Okehampton, EX20 4PJ

Open: 9th June 2013 Time: 12pm-5pm Admission: £4 Parking: Yes Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: Limited Dogs: Yes Refreshments: Yes Other Attractions: Vineyard

From Launceston, Tavistock or Okehampton take the road to Lewdown. Once in the village follow the orange arrows to the garden.

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Wildside, Buckland Monachorum Created by Keith and Ros Wiley from a bare field in 2004, Wildside is a spectacularly unique garden that almost defies belief. Wonderful displays of perennials, grasses, Japanese maples and much more surround pools in a gently sculpted landscape.

Wildside Nursery, Buckland Monachorum, PL20 7NP Open: 16th June 2013 Time: 12pm-5pm Admission: ÂŁ5 Parking: Yes Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: No Dogs: No Refreshments: No Other Attractions: Plant sale

From Yelverton, follow signs to Buckland Monochorum (through Crapstone), continue past B.Monachorum for 0.5 miles along green lane, Wildside is on the left.

Duskhunter Cottage, Roborough A delightful garden tucked away on the edge of the moors with a wide variety of roses and other flowering plants. Meet Shetland ponies and ducks whilst walking around this peaceful haven. Why not make a day of it and explore the surrounding countryside with spectacular views across the Tamar Valley and beyond.

Duskhunter Cottage, Roborough, Plymouth, PL6 7BU Open: 23rd June 2013 Time: 12pm-5pm Admission: ÂŁ4 Parking: Yes in neighbouring field if dry Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: Limited. Dogs: On lead Refreshments: Yes Other Attractions: Plant sale

From Beliver roundabout on the A386 Tavistock Road out of Plymouth take the Beliver Industrial Estate turning and follow the orange arrows to Duskhunter Cottage.

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Foxhole Garden, Bigbury Come and explore this delightful garden tucked away in the back lanes behind Bigbury. A wide variety of plants on a wooded hillside with winding paths through trees and shrubs, revealing hidden corners to sit back and view the valley.

Open: 30th June 2013 Time: 11am-5pm Admission: £4 Parking: Yes limited Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: No Dogs: No Refreshments: Yes 11am-3pm Other Attractions: Plant sale

Foxhole, Duke’s Mill, Bigbury, Devon, TQ7 4AU

From the A379 Kingsbridge road take the B3392 to St Anne’s Chapel then follow the orange arrows to Foxhole Garden.

Gunnislake Walkabout Once again a chance to enjoy the wonderful village walkabout at Gunnislake. With more new gardens this year be sure to make a full day of your visit. Travel by train or car (approx. 500m walk to village centre from train station). Trail involves some inclines.

Gunnislake, PL18 9BN Open: 7th July 2013 Time: 10am-4pm Admission: £5 for map and entry to gardens all day Parking: Yes, pay and display in village. Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: No. Dogs: No Refreshments: Yes

Follow signs to Gunnislake Village. Park in central pay and display car park. Map available in advance from Gunnislake Post Office or on the day from a St Luke’s representative at the Tavistock Arms Hotel.

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Higher Westcott, Brentor This wonderful space located high on Dartmoor is a true haven. Enjoy a peaceful stroll around the lake and take in the wide variety of plants on display, say hello to the resident owls on your way!

Open: 14th July 2013 Time: 12pm-5pm Admission: ÂŁ4 Parking: Yes Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: No Dogs: No Refreshments: Yes

Higher Westcott, Brentor, Tavistock, PL19 0NJ

Follow the road to Tavistock then take the road towards Brentor. Just before the Church of St Michael de Rupe turn left and follow the orange arrows.

Colebrook Walkabout This year sees 3 gardens to explore in Colebrook. Meet at Cliff Cottage, to buy a map of the village gardens, which offer many delights and surprises. With a variety of attractions including home grown vegetables, chickens and honey tasting, this will make a fantastic afternoon out. Gardens can be driven to, with on street parking. Colebrook Village Centre, Plympton, PL7 4AG

Open: 14th July 2013 Time: 12pm-5pm Admission: ÂŁ5 Parking: Limited on street Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: No Dogs: No Refreshments: Yes Other Activities: Honey tasting

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From Marsh Mills Roundabout Plymouth, follow signs to Plympton (B3416-Glen Road). Follow road for 1.5 miles. Turn left at mini roundabouts and then turn right after bridge onto Boringdon Road. Continue through the village of Colebrook and look for the orange arrows.

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Calendar Dates April 20th - Gnaton Hall 2

14th - Bowringsleigh 1

May 12th - Celiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Garden 4

5th - Rose Cottage 3

25th - Fardel Manor 6

19th - Calstock Walkabout 5 26th - Lukesland 7

June 2nd - Rowden Gardens 8

8th - Peterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Garden 9 16th - Wildside 11

9th - Alder 10 23rd - Duskhunter Cottage 12

30th - Foxhole Garden 13

July 7th - Gunnislake Walkabout 14 14th - Higher Westcott 15

14th - Colebrook Walkabout 16

21st - Gardens at Westfield 17 28th - Ottery Cottages 18

28th - Woodvale Cottage 19

August 4th - Alpine House 20

11th - Tumblewood 21

18th - Ryburn House 22

September 1st - Lewtrenchard Manor 23

8th - Woodcot Salcombe 24

15th - Maristow Walled Garden 25

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The Gardens at Westfield The gardens at Westfield are a living memorial to the late Malcom Campbell Irvine. An impressive combination of themed gardens and landscaping makes this a truly magical date in the Open Gardens calendar. Visit the Mediterranean courtyard and patio, the Zen garden, children’s play area, the Dungeness Garden and more.

Open: 21st July 2013 Time: 12pm-5pm Admission: £4 Parking: Yes on Yealm Road. Take the doctor’s steps down to the Riverside Road West. Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: No Dogs: No Refreshments: Yes

Westfield, Riverside Road West, Newton Ferrers, PL8 1AD

Follow the signs to Newton Ferrers once in the village turn right onto Yealm Road for parking.

Ottery Cottages, Tavistock Developed over the past 18 years by Barbara and Eddie Jones from an empty field, these gardens have become a wonderful place to spend time contemplating nature and the super views of Dartmoor and beyond. Stroll along the boxed vegetable area and cottage garden. Meander along the wild flower meadow with bee hives and young trees. 4 Ottery Cottages, Ottery, Tavistock, PL19 8NR

Open: 28th July 2013 Time: 12pm-5pm Admission: £4 Parking: Yes Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: No Dogs: No Refreshments: Yes Other Attractions: Plant sale

From Cornwall side or Tavistock side take the A390 to Gulworthy Cross roundabout. From here follow the orange Open Garden arrows to Ottery Cottages.

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Woodvale Cottage, Plymouth Hidden at the end of the peaceful creek at Tamerton Lake is the lovely Woodvale Cottage gardens owned by a local landscape designer. Explore the lawns overlooking the waterfront, follow the paths through the flowering trees and shrubs growing on the slopes of this sheltered haven. Some paths are rustic and steep. Badgers Holt, Truro Drive, Plymouth, PL5 4LA

Open: 28th July 2013 Time: 12pm-5pm Admission: ÂŁ4 Parking: Yes on street, short walk to garden Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: Yes limited Dogs: On lead Refreshments: Yes Other Activites: Plant sale

From the A38 Parkway at Plymouth take the St Budeaux Ernesettle turning. Once on the roundabout follow the signs to Crownhill but turn left at the traffic lights onto Budshead Road. Follow the orange Open Garden arrows to Truro Drive.

Alpine House, Yelverton Take a drive down to the pretty village of Bere Ferrers and discover the lovely garden at Alpine House. With views over the Tavy River, this garden has a variety of beds including dahlias and roses, also a wild garden and a vegetable bed. You may even see some Highland Cattle peeking over the fence! Alpine House, Bere Ferrers, Yelverton, Devon, PL20 7JS

Open: 4th August 2013 Time: 12pm-5pm Admission: ÂŁ4 Parking: Yes at village hall approx 20 mins walk from garden. Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: Yes Dogs: On lead Refreshments: Yes Other Attractions: Plant sale

From Tavistock, take the A390 towards Callington and turn off left on the B3257 at Gulworthy, follow signs to Bere Ferrers then follow the orange Open Garden arrows to parking at village hall.

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Tumblewood, Membland 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.

Open: 11th August 2013 Time: 12pm-4pm Admission: £4 Parking: Yes on street Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: No Dogs: On lead Refreshments: Yes Other Activities: Plant sale

8 Tumblewood, Perches Close, Membland, PL8 1HZ

From the A379 at Yealmpton follow the signs to Newton Ferrers once in the village take the left fork to Bridge End follow the orange arrows to Membland.

Ryburn House, South Brent The extensive grounds of Ryburn House will open for exclusive public viewing for St Luke’s Hospice. This private garden offers peaceful lakeside walks and a wide variety of flowering plants. With many statues and interesting corners to explore there’s plenty for all the family to see and do.

Open: 18th August 2013 Time: 12pm-5pm Admission: £4 Parking: Yes Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: No Dogs: No Refreshments: Yes

Ryburn House, Glazebrook, South Brent, TQ10 9JE

From the A38 take the South Brent turning, then follow the orange arrows to Glazebrook.

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Lewtrenchard Manor, Lewdown These 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: 1st September 2013 Time: 12pm-5pm Admission: £4 Parking: Yes Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: Limited Dogs: Yes Refreshments: Yes

Lewtrenchard, Lewdown, Near Okehampton, EX20 4PN

From Launceston, Tavistock or Okehampton take the road to Lewdown. Once in the village follow the orange arrows to the garden.

Woodcot, Salcombe A rare chance to see the delightful gardens at Woodcot. The extensive and varied grounds offer unprecedented views over the Salcombe estuary. Wander through the pathways surrounded by a wide variety of flowering plants. Explore the vegetable garden and take a seat on the croquet lawn to watch the sailing boats drift by.

Open: 8th September 2013 Time: 12pm-5pm Admission: £4 Parking: In town approx 5 min walk to garden Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: Limited Dogs: On lead Refreshments: Yes Other Activities: Plant sale

Cliff Road, Salcombe, TQ8 8JQ

Follow directions to Salcombe. Park in the town centre and follow the orange arrows to the garden.

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The Walled Gardens at Maristow Originally buit in 1860 to provide year-round produce for Lord Roborough at the nearby Maristow House, these walled gardens containing nearly 3 acres of south facing land are being lovingly restored to grow a wide variety of produce. This is a great opportunity to see this project develop and to gain insight into Victorian gardening techniques.

Open: 15th September 2013 Time: 12pm-5pm Admission: £4 Parking: Yes on road approx 5 min walk to garden Wheelchair/Pushchair Access: No Dogs: On lead Refreshments: Yes

Walled Gardens at Maristow, PL6 7BZ

From Tavistock and Plymouth follow A386, turn left at Lopwell Dam signs and follow the orange arrows to the gardens.

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. Shops, garden centres and other establishments for displaying brochures. And finally, thank you for supporting our vital work by visiting the gardens. Please keep your eyes open for the 2014 brochure and 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 an ambassador in your area for St Luke’s Hospice, please contact our team at the hospice.

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Get together with your friends, family, work colleagues or school to organise your own Hospice Hike for St Luke’s.

You could make it a fun fancy dress walk or a more challenging hike! Let us know what you’re planning... For further information please contact the Community Fundraising Team at St Luke’s Hospice on 01752 492626 or see our website www.stlukes-hospice.org.uk

The Two Bridges 22nd September 2013

Explore beautiful Dartmoor and help us raise essential funds for St Lukeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospice.

To register in advance for the Hospice Hike and pay your ÂŁ12 registration fee over the phone please call the Fundraising office on 01752 492626 and we will post out your sponsorship form. For directions to The Two Bridges Hotel please go to www.twobridges.co.uk

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Hospice Hike Complimentary night for 2 in a Suite at The Two Bridges Hotel goes to the person who raises the most money through sponsorship.

ÂŁ12 registration fee for a 10 mile Hospice Hike

Registration will be between 11am-2pm. After the hike you can return to the beautiful Two Bridges Hotel for a complimentary cream tea where you can enjoy an afternoon of light entertainment. (Cream teas will be served until 4.30pm) www.stlukes-hospice.org.uk

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