Message from the National Gardens Scheme.
The weather forecasts are good for next weekend with only a slight chance of rain and sunny spells. Why not visit a beautiful garden (or two) and help us raise funds for some worthy charities.
RUTHALL MANOR, Ditton Priors, WV16 6TN. 7 m SW of Bridgnorth. At Ditton Prior Church take road signed Bridgnorth, then 2nd L. Garden 1 m. Open Sunday 1st and Monday 2nd May 12.30 to 5 pm. £5 adults. Pre-booking preferred for this garden please. Visit www.ngs.org.uk for information and booking.
Ruthall Manor sits beautifully within the stunning Shropshire countryside. Set against the Clee, the 1- acre garden is defined by an unusual and mature collection of architectural trees, which subtly divide the garden into intimate sections.
These areas are carefully linked by winding paths and creative use of colour combinations. Shape and texture are further balanced with delicate planting schemes and rare or distinctive plants. The traditional front lawn is flanked by striking, mature borders and leads onto a low-maintenance, gravel, art garden and ha-ha; while the stumpery and woodland gardens reveal rare specimen trees, curious artifacts and many hidden treasures. Clematis and roses scramble through an eclectic collection of wrought-iron work, unique pottery and secluded seating, climaxing in vibrant candelabra primulas, iris and bog plants which frame the old horse pond and offset the tranquillity and beauty of the willows. New this year is a view point for Medieval Village. Dovecote in the orchard. Wheelchair access to most areas.
A donation to the NGS willl be made from the sale of the home made teas. | |
MILLICHOPE PARK, Munslow SY7 9HA. 8 m NE of Craven Arms, off B4368 to Bridgnorth, Nr Munslow then follow yellow signs. Open Sunday 1st May 1 - 6 pm. £6 adults.
Historic landscape gardens covering 14 acres with lakes and cascades dating from C18, woodland walks and wildflowers. The pleasure grounds feature many specimen trees and views into the surrounding parkland and the Clee Hill. Bluebells and daffodils feature in May, and Autumn colours in October. The Walled Garden - home of Wildegoose Nursery and restored 19C glasshouses - will also be open.
Refreshments will be available in the Nursery's tea rooms in the walled garden in aid of Severn Hospice, Lingen Davies and Midlands Air Ambulance.
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THE BRAMLEYS, Condover, Shrewsbury SY5 7BH. Through the village of Condover towards Dorrington. Pass junction by village hall, follow road across the bridge. Drive on L in approx. 100 metres. Open Sunday 1st May 11 am - 5 pm. Adults £5.
A large country garden extending to 2 acres with a variety of trees and shrubs, herbaceous borders and a woodland with the Cound Brook flowing through. A courtyard oasis welcomes you as you enter the garden with far reaching views over open countryside
Wheel chair access around most of the garden, although not for the woodland area.
Home made teas | |
| Children are admitted free to all Shropshire gardens | |
More dates for your diary:
Sunday 8th May the following gardens will be opening:
HENLEY HALL, Henley, Ludlow SY8 3HD. 2 miles east of Ludlow. 10 am - 5 pm. Adults £6
Henley Hall offers a mixture of formal and informal gardens. The historic elements include a formal lawn, stone staircase with balustrades and a ha-ha, and a beautiful walled garden created and 'pulmonary' water feature created in 1874.
OTELEY, Ellesmere, SY12 0PB. 1 m SE of Ellesmere. 11 am - 4 pm. Adults £6.
10 acres running down to The Mere. Walled kitchen garden, architectural features, many old interesting trees. Rhododendrons, azaleas, wild woodland walk and views across Mere to Ellesmere. First opened in 1927 when the National Garden Scheme started
Wednesday 11th May:
GOLDSTONE HALL GARDENS, Goldstone, Market Drayton, TF9 2NA. 5m N of Newport on A41. 12 - 5 pm. Adults £6.50
NEEN VIEW, Neen Sollars, Cleobury Mortimer, DY14 9AB 3m from the town of Cleobury Mortimer. 12 - 5 pm. Adults £5.
Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th May
If you missed Ruthall Manor at the beginning of the month, never fear, the garden is open again this weekend.
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| The National Garden Scheme has been supporting Marie Curie since 1996, raising over £9.5 million in that time, making us the single largest funder of their work. In 2021 despite continuing challenges and restrictions caused by the pandemic, we donated £525,000 to help Marie Curie continue caring for people living with a terminal illness, and their families. This donation includes a one-off, extra payment of £25,000 to help launch the NGS Nightingale Challenge. | | |
