Natural Surroundings

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About the garden

Set in the unspoilt Glaven Valley we hope that a visit to our eight acres of gardens, woodland and meadows will inspire you to garden with wildlife in mind. Each garden demonstrates the various principles of wildlife gardening through the seasons. Naturally our gardens, woodland and meadows are great places to birdwatch and a wide variety of butterflies, dragonflies, bees and other invertebrates share this little haven with us. We have a nursery selling wildlife-friendly plants produced organically in peat-free compost, a cafe and a shop, and there is always something to see: harvest mice, moths from our moth traps, plants with a dark side, and we run a variety of events and workshops through the year.

Opening times

The gardens, nursery and shop are open throughout the winter, Tuesday-Sunday, 10.30am to 4pm (closed Mondays, but open Monday 14th February for half-term). The café is open for drinks, snacks and a limited menu of hot food. There is no need to book for the café or gardens - just turn up on the day. April to September daily 10.30 - 5pm. Oct-March Tues - Sun 10.30 - 4pm