National Garden Scheme Open Gardens

• Sun 7th - Sun 28th May 2023
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A-May-zing colours in the garden open for the National Garden Scheme

During the month of May the days become longer and warmer and Summer is definitely on its way. Gardens are getting into shape with herbaceous borders coming into growth.

There are 11 gardens opening this month providing a wide range of designs and variety. Lakes and ponds come to life and azaleas, rhododendrons and bluebells bring a burst of colour.

Pre-booked tickets can be purchased online for all gardens listed, and at most gardens, it will be possible to turn up and pay at the gate. Refreshments will be available at the majority of gardens, and entry for children is free unless otherwise stated.

 

Sunday 7th May

• Kelling Hall, Holt Road, Holt NR25 7EW
  These gardens are seldom open, it will be the lower gardens with spring bulbs, lakes and beautiful mature woods. Meadows with views to the sea and a wonderful bluebell walk,
  10:30am - 3:30pm
  £7.50 (child £3.00)
  Refreshments at the nearby Garden Centre.
  

 

Sunday 14th May

• Chestnut Farm, West Beckham, Holt NR15 1UJ
  Mature 3-acre garden with many rare and unusual plants and trees which include Handkerchief tree, Cercis and Camassias. Fritillary meadow and wildflower walk.
  11:00am - 4:00pm
  £5 (child free)
  Refreshments
  
  
• Holme Hale Hall, Swaffham IP25 7ED
  Walled kitchen garden with a soft palette of herbaceous plants which include some unusual varieties. Greenhouse, vegetables, trained fruits, and roses. 130-year-old wisteria. Wildlife friendly with a wildflower meadow
  12noon - 4:00pm
  £7 (child free)
  Light refreshments
  
  
• Quaker Farm, Quaker Lane, Spixworth, Norwich NR10 3FL
  An acre garden made up of herbaceous borders, gravel garden, an avenue of shrubs, woodland garden and bluebell walk on farmland.
  11:00am - 4:00pm
  £5 (child free)
  Home-made teas

Wednesday 17th May

• Stody Lodge, Melton Constable, NR24 2ER
  Spectacular gardens with Camellias, Rhododendrons and Azaleas provide a riot of colour along peaceful woodland walks.
  1:00pm - 5:00pm
  £9 (child free)
  Home-made teas
  

Sunday 21st May

• Bolwick Hall, Marsham, NR10 5PU
  Enjoy a woodland walk around the lake and a stroll through the working vegetable and fruit garden with its double herbaceous border.
  1:00pm - 5:00pm
  £6 (child free)
  Home-made teas
  
  
• 57 Ketts Hill, Norwich, NR1 4EX
  A relaxed City Garden packed with plants. Terraces and steep slopes with wonderful views over the city and cathedrals.
  11:00am - 5:00pm
  Combined with 117 St Leonards Road
  £6 (child free)
  Light Refreshments
  
  
• 117 St. Leonards Road, Norwich, NR1 4JF
  An established well-planted walled garden in a historic part of Norwich, managed for all year-round interest. Plants for sale.
  11:00am - 5:00pm
  Combined opening with 57 Ketts Hill
  £6 (child free)
  Home-made teas
  
  
• Lexham Hall, Litcham, PE32 2QJ
  Mature garden of variety and year-round interest, with a walled garden. Rhododendrons, azaleas, camellias and magnolias in woodland, set in parkland.
  11:00am - 5:00pm
  £7.50 (child free)
  Light refreshments
  
  
• Warborough House, 2, Wells Road, Stiffkey, NR23 1QH
  7-acre garden on a steep chalk slope. Many different aspects, woods, wildflowers, formal planting, fun for children
  11:00am - 4:00pm
  £6 (child free)
  Home-made teas.
  

Sunday 28th May

• Blickling Lodge, Blickling, NR11 6PS
  17 acres of parkland inc. cricket pitch, mixed border, walled kitchen garden, yew garden, and a woodland/water garden.
  12noon - 5:00pm
  £6 (child free)
  Home-made teas
  
  
• Ferndale, 14 Poringland Road, Upper Stoke Holy Cross, NR14 8NL
  Half an acre packed with colour, and features seating areas, arches, flower borders, pond, vegetable plots & greenhouse
  11:00am - 5:00pm
  £4 (child free)
  Light Refreshments.

Open By Arrangement

• Hoe Hall, Hall Road, Dereham, NR20 4BD
  Spectacular white wisteria walk within walled garden, many old roses and a pool with water lilies.
  Book direct with owner findagarden.ngs.org.uk
  £7 (child free)
  Tea & cake option available on booking.
  

 

Our gardens never stand still, and each year their busy owners try to bring something new. 

Before visiting a garden, we advise checking for any up-to-date information at our website

For more Information, please visit the National Garden Scheme website.