The old wall protects the garden from a Northerly wind and gathers the sun from the South side to create a micro climate, that with relatively light goldstone series soil, produces a generally early flowering garden and safe haven for many delicate plants.

Within the walled garden, visitors can enjoy features such as the double tiered herbaceous borders including seasonal perennial planting schemes and a sweeping lawn which leads down to the wildflower garden including shaded seating – perfect for sun downers.

“If I was strolling down this path in the evening, no doubt with a glass in my hand, I’d be aware of the wafts of perfume coming from this.”  Carol Klein, BBC Gardeners’ World

Notable plants in the double tiered herbaceous border are: Actinidia kolomikta; Epilobium angustifolium ‘Album’; Phormium tenax; sedums, alliums, clematis and a bushy line of Ballerina roses which provide structure and continuity from May to October.