WYCK OPEN GARDENS

 
 


Wyck Rissington is an unspoilt Cotswold village and is unusual because of its wide village green planted with fine horse chestnuts.  The gardens open are within easy reach of the convenient parking and are of contrasting styles.  If you need inspiration for autumn planting or just delight in the mellow tones of September, this is for you.


College Farm

Newly created garden around 18th century farmhouse with a design intended to fit in with a large family, including formal courtyard entrance, delightful terraces, sweeping lawns, duck pond and cottage garden plants.

Greenfields Farm

Vistas beyond ha-ha across the Windrush Valley, modern sculpture, abundant fruit trees including ancient perry pears, autumn colour, wildlife pond and woodland walk.  Bees, fish and sheep.

Maces Cottage 

At the edge of the village incorporating older orchard trees with excellent selection of shrubs, herbaceous perennials in island beds and trees, all of which is a haven for bird life, plus productive vegetable plot.

Stone House

A plantswoman’s garden with unusual shrubs and herbaceous plants at every turn.  Attractive water garden, rose borders, raised vegetable beds reached through the meadow walk.


Admission £6 Children free

Proceeds shared between the National Garden Scheme charities and the Friends of St Laurence’s

 

Sunday 12th September 2010

Group opening under auspices of National Gardens Scheme

2.00pm-6.00pm. Home made teas in Village Hall. Plants for sale.

GHCT Ride & Stride
Saturday 11th September 2010
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