Sutton Mead - Open Garden for NGS
A large garden with splendid views of Dartmoor. Remote yet only a dozen miles from Exeter, Okehampton and Newton Abbot. A constantly colourful garden. May numerous varieties of rhododendron, azalea and late spring bulbs. September hydrangeas, dahlias, agapanthus and much more. Mature orchard, productive vegetable garden, substantial tree planting, croquet lawn. Wander through tranquil woodland. Lawns surround a granite lined pond with a seat at the waters edge. Elsewhere unusual planting, grasses, bog garden, granite walls, rill fed pond, secluded seating and an unusual concrete gothic greenhouse all contribute to a garden of variety that has been developed and constructed over 45 yrs by the current owners. Plants from the garden for sale and teas, cream or otherwise, are a must.
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Fri 17, Sat 18, Sun 19 May, Fri 6, Sat 7, Sun 8 Sept (12-5). Admission £6, Children free. Home-made teas. Hot soup and savoury scones. Times:12:00 to 17:00.
Sutton Mead, Newton Abbot, Devon TQ13 8PW
Fri 17 May to Sun 19 May