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Acorn Cottage 50 Church Street, Boston Spa. LS23 6DN.
Mrs C M Froggatt. : 01937 842519
1m SE of Wetherby, Off A1 on A659 Church street opp Central garage, Home made teas.

You are invited to come and spend peaceful time in this small well established alpine garden full of spring delights. Three generations of the family have collected the plants and bulbs, and these have recently been rearranged and the garden significantly altered for ease of maintenance and access without loosing the character and uniqueness of this fine collection, Small single steps.

Admission: £3.00 including Teas, Children free. Sun 8th, Mon 9th April (11-5)
Visitors also welcome by appointment mid Mar to Mid May, individuals, groups and coaches permitted.

Barley Mow , Moor Monkton, Yorkshire
Dr & Mrs Mike Ashford
5m NW of York. Off A59

This plant enthusiast's 3/4-acre garden has wide range of interesting plants both ornamental and edible. Garden peaks in late summer with vivid herbaceous borders and bold subtropical planting. Other features incl trellis draped with colourful climbers; formally trained apples and pears; pond, greenhouses, vegetable garden and wide range of less usual fruit. Featured in Autumn Gardening edition 'Womans Weekly'.

Adm £2.50, chd free  Home-made teas Sun 12 Aug (11-6).

Beacon Hill House, Langbar
Mr & Mrs D H Boyle : 01943 607544
4m NW of Ilkley. 1¼m SE of A59 at Bolton Bridge

Fairly large garden, facing S and sheltered by woodland, on the slopes of Beamsley Beacon at 900ft above sea-level. An old fernery and big windbreak survive from original Victorian garden. Today, features of particular interest are snowdrops, early flowering rhododendrons in spring, and enormous climbing and rambling roses in July. Some unusual flowering trees and shrubs, several mixed borders, 2 ponds, which attract wildlife, small kitchen garden and cool greenhouse.

Adm £3, chd free, concessions £2.50 (share to Riding for the Disabled) 
Home-made teas Wed 9 May (1.30-6). Visitors also welcome by appt late Feb to July, please call to arrange.

Birstwith Hall, High Birstwith
Sir James & Lady Aykroyd
5m NW of Harrogate. Between Hampsthwaite & Birstwith villages, close to A59 Harrogate/Skipton rd
Large 8-acre garden nestling in secluded Yorkshire dale with newly (2004) planted formal garden and ornamental orchard, extensive lawns, picturesque stream, large pond and Victorian greenhouse.

Adm £3, children free : Teas Sun 17 June (2-5). Visitors also welcome by appt , coaches permitted. Please write.

Blackbird Cottage, Scampston
Mrs Hazel Hoad
5m E of Malton. Off A64 to Scarborough through Rillington, turn L signed Scampston only. Follow signs

1/3-acre plantswoman's garden made from scratch since 1986. Great wealth of interesting plants, with shrub and herbaceous border. Alpines a speciality. Please visit throughout the day to ease pressure on small but inspirational garden more...

Adm £2.50, chd free. : Home-made teas: Sun 13 May (10-5).

Bolton Percy Gardens & Bolton Percy Cemetery,
5m E of Tadcaster. 10m SW of York. Off A64 (Leeds - York)

Bolton Percy Gardens & Bolton Percy Cemetery
An opportunity to meet Roger Brook who gardens an acre of old village churchyard where garden plants are naturalised. Beautiful C15 church with acclaimed millennium window. Plants sale incl dicentras from National Collection.

Windy Ridge, Marsh Lane
Mr & Mrs J S Giles
Natural cottage-style garden sloping down to the Ings, greatly influenced by Margery Fish. Wide collection of Elizabethan and Barnhaven primroses. Paths meander through natural plantings of unusual hardy plants.

Combined adm £3.50, chd free : Light lunches & teas at Bolton Percy Parish Room from 12.30 Sun 22 Apr (12.30-5).

Boundary Cottage, Seaton Ross
Roger Brook : 01759 319156
5m SW of Pocklington. From A64 York, take Hull exit & immed B1228, approx 8m, then follow signs Seaton Ross. From M62 Howden north on B1228 approx 11m, R turn to Seaton Ross. Both routes usually signed to Drag Racing! ½m further before Seaton Ross

First opening of horticulturist Roger Brook's new 3/4-acre plantsmans garden, after 6yrs not yet mature, incl twin ponds, gravel borders, cactus and succulent planting, mixed and herbaceous borders, boggy plantings, acid border, rock garden, young specimen trees, unorthodox vegetables, fruit and seasonal container displays. National Collection of Dicentre more...

Adm £2.50, chd free : Cream teas Sun 9 Sept (12-5).

Bridge Farm House, Long Lane
Barbara & Richard Ferrari : 01977 661277
6m S of Selby. 3m N of M62 (J34) A19 turn E at roundabout to Snaith onto A645, straight on at T-lights then 1st R to Great Heck. House 1st on L, park in adjacent field

Large all-yr round organic garden designed and created by owners over just 4yrs. Creatively planted with many unusual and interesting plants incl; long double borders, ponds, bog, gravel, pots, poultry, wildlife areas, vegetables, working compost heaps, trees, woodland, spring interest borders and named varieties of snowdrops and hellebores.

Adm £2.50, children free : Home-made teas Suns 25 Feb; 26 Aug (12-3). Visitors also welcome by appt.

Brookfield, Jew Lane , Oxenhope
Mrs R L Belsey : 01535 643070
5m SW of Keighley. Take A629 towards Halifax. Fork R onto A6033 towards Haworth. Follow signs to Oxenhope. Turn L at Xrds in village. 200yds after PO fork R, Jew Lane

1-acre, intimate garden, incl large pond with island and mallards. Many varieties of candelabra primulas and florindaes, azaleas, rhododendrons. Unusual trees and shrubs, screes, greenhouse and conservatory. New series of island beds. Quiz for children 'Round & Round the garden' more...

Adm £2.50, children free : Light refreshments & teas Sun 24, Wed 27 June (1-5). Visitors also welcome by appt June & July, coaches permitted.

Brookside Cottage, Brookside Bank Road , Stannington
Shirley Samworth
2½m from Sheffield city centre. M1 J36, A61 (Sheffield) to Hillsborough. Follow signs for Stannington/Dungworth

Long triangular shaped garden sloping steeply away behind old cottages, overlooking fields and woodland. Steps between 3 levels lead to areas of differing interest, giving senses of both secrecy and surprise planted and arranged with artistic flair in the cottage style. Finalist in BBC Gardeners World, Gardener of the Year.

Adm £2, chd free : Cream teas Sun 15 July (2-5).

Burton Agnes Hall, Driffield
Mrs S Cunliffe-Lister : 01262 490324
Between Driffield & Bridlington. Burton Agnes is on A614

8 acres. Lawns with clipped yew and fountains; woodland gardens and walled garden containing potager; herbaceous and mixed borders; maze with thyme garden; jungle garden; campanula collection garden and coloured gardens containing giant games boards. Collections of hardy geraniums, clematis, penstemons and many unusual perennials. February (Snowdrops). Gardeners' Fair £3.50; 9, 10 June. HHA/Christie 'Garden of the Year Award' & featured in various newspapers & magazines.

House and Garden adm £6, chd £3, concessions £5.50, Garden only adm £3.50, chd £1.50, concessions £3.25 (donation to NGS)  For NGS: Sat 9, Sun 10 June (11-5).

Cawood Gardens
An attractive, historic, riverside village.
5m N of Selby. On B1223 5m NW of Selby & 7m SE of Tadcaster. Between York & A1 on B1222

9 Anson Grove : Tony & Brenda Finnigan : 01757 268888
Enjoy tranquillity in this small orientally-influenced garden with winding paths and raised areas. Although compact, imaginative design has created a garden of interest with 4 pools, water features, Zen garden, pagoda and over 30 grasses. Crafts and plants for sale.

Ash Lea : Michael & Josephine Welbourn
Shrubs and fernery lead to colourful formal borders, in contrast to a relaxed atmosphere by a clear pool, leading to dining area and traditional vegetable garden edged in clipped box.

21 Great Close : David & Judy Jones : 01751 268571
All-yr interest, with mixed planting in ever-changing borders, incl vegetables, herbs, grasses and many unusual and some exotic perennials. Ponds, stream and new rose walk make a colourful but relaxing garden.

Visitors also welcome by appt , groups of 10+.
Combined adm £4, children free Home-made teas Sun 15 July (12-5).

72 Church Street, Oughtibridge
Linda & Peter Stewart : 0114 286 3847
6m N of Sheffield. M1 (J36) A61 (Sheffield). Turn R at Norfolk Arms PH. In Oughtibridge follow one-way system turning L immed after zebra crossing

Wildlife-friendly 1/3-acre garden on N-facing slope. Informal beds providing yr-long interest have mixed plantings of trees, shrubs, phormiums, bamboos, grasses, ferns, bulbs and perennials which lead to a natural stream with a backdrop of native woodland. Featured on BBC 'Gardeners World'.

Adm £2.50, children free : Sun 1 July (2-5). Visitors also welcome by appt.

Cold Cotes, Cold Cotes Road , nr Kettlesing, Harrogate
Penny Jones, Ed Loft, Doreen & Joanna Russell : 01423 770937
7m W of Harrogate. Off A59. After Black Bull PH turn R to Menwith Hill/Darley

Large peaceful garden with expansive views is at ease in its rural setting. Series of discreet gardens incl formal areas around house, streamside walk and sweeping herbaceous borders inspired by the designer Piet Oudolf which are at their height in late summer, lead to a newly developed wooden garden with wonderful autumn colour. Curiosity Strong Art Group and range of art activities.

Adm £2.50, children free : Light refreshments & teas Sun 2 Sept (11-5). Visitors also welcome by appt , May to end Oct, groups 10+, coaches permitted.

The Cottage , Oulston, nr Coxwold
Tony & Jane Cowan : 01347 868113
9m SE of Thirsk. 16m N of York, E of A19. Oulston is between Easingwold (4m) & Coxwold (2m). Garden opp telephone box

2/3-acre garden designed, planted and developed by present owners since 1999. Formal beds with informal plantings of herbaceous and shrubby plants, roses and herbs, opening to grassy area with naturalised flowers and trees. Late summer borders, vegetables and soft fruits. Beautiful open country views.

Visitors welcome by appointment , May to Sept.

The Court, Humber Road ,North Ferriby
Guy & Liz Slater : 01482 633609
7m W of Hull. Travelling E on A63 towards Hull, follow sign for N Ferriby. Through village to Xrds with war memorial, turn R & follow rd to T-junction with Humber Rd. Turn L & immed R into unmarked cul-de-sac, last house on LH-side

Restful and secluded, informal garden with yr-round interest. Hidden seating areas and summerhouses, small pond and waterfall. 2/3-acre garden surrounded by trees contains laburnum and wisteria tunnel which leads to well-planted shady woodland area, around tennis court. Many interesting features, courtyards and a 'pretty potty patio'. Local hand-made pottery for sale.

Adm £2, chd free : Home-made TEAS Sun 3 June (1-5). Visitors also welcome by appt.

Creskeld Hall , Arthington, nr Leeds
J & C Stoddart-Scott
5m E of Otley. On A659 between Pool & Harewood

Historic picturesque 31/2-acre Wharfedale garden with beech avenue, mature rhododendrons and azaleas. Gravel path from terrace leads to attractive water garden with canals set amongst woodland plantings. Walled kitchen garden and flower garden. Specialist nurseries more...

Adm £3, children free : Home-made teas Sun 20 May (12-5).

Croft Cottage , Green Hammerton
Alistair & Angela Taylor : 01423 330330
6m E of Knaresborough. 3m E of A1M adjacent to A59. Entrance through orchard off old Harrogate rd

Secluded 1/2-acre cottage garden divided into a number of garden rooms. Conservatory, clipped yew, old brick, cobbles and pavers used for formal areas leading to water feature, mixed borders and orchard with wild flowers.

Adm £2.50, children free : Home-made teas Sun 24 June (12-5). Visitors also welcome by appt.

Derwent House, 59 Osbaldwick Village , Osbaldwick
Dr & Mrs D G Lethem : 01904 410847
2m E of York. On village green at Osbaldwick off A1079. Parking in old school yard opp church

3/4-acre, attractive village garden extended in 1984 to provide new walled garden, summer house, conservatories and terraces designed by Martin Stancliffe, surveyor to the fabric of St Paul's Cathedral. Rose garden, box parterres, pelargoniums, hardy geraniums and ornamental allée of apple and pears. Double herbaceous border leads to meadow with species roses and eucalyptus.

Adm £2.50, children free : Home-made teas Sun 17 June (1.30-5). Visitors also welcome by appt in June.

Dowthorpe Hall , Skirlaugh
Mr & Mrs J Holtby : 01964 562235
6m N of Hull, 8m E of Beverley. On the A165 Hull to Bridlington Rd halfway between Coniston & Skirlaugh on the RH-side travelling N. Signed at the bottom of drive which has white railings

31/2 acres owned by professional garden designer. Kitchen garden, orchard, Mediterranean-style planting, small gravel garden and main lawn area surrounded by shrubs, beautiful mature trees and sumptuous herbaceous borders. Pond with island.

Adm £3, children free : Sun 10 June (11-5). Visitors also welcome by appt.

Dunnington Manor,

Areas of different interest open up in 2 acres of traditional borders, lawns, hedges and orchard, surrounded by superb mature trees.

Suns 10, 17 June (2-5).

East Wing, Thorp Arch Hall , Thorp Arch
Fiona & Chris Royffe : 01937 843513
1m S of Wetherby. Take A659 into Boston Spa centre. Turn at HSBC over bridge to Thorp Arch, at end of Main St turn L into Thorp Arch Park & R over cattle grid

3/4-acre surrounding East Wing of C18 John Carr house (not open). Inspiring, imaginatively developed contemporary garden in parkland setting. Striking views, dramatic combinations of plants framed by yew hedges and trained trees. Courtyards, ponds, potager, earth sculpture and dry garden, newly designed features for 2007. Photographic exhibition. Featured in 'Homes & Antiques' Magazine and 'Modern Family Gardens' more...

Adm £3, children free : Home-made teas Sun 22 July (12-5). Visitors also welcome by appt , May to Sept, groups of 15+, incl coaches.

Evergreens, 119 Main Road , Bilton
Phil & Brenda Brock : 01482 811365
5m E of Hull. Leave city by A165. Exit B1238. Bungalow ½m on L opp Asda car park entrance

1 acre with mosaics and sundials, tower, raised beds, rockeries and landscaped pond. Japanese garden, seaside garden, summerhouse. Collection of dwarf conifers. 'Fun' items. Photographs showing development of garden, front garden redesigned 2005 more...

Visitors welcome by appointment

Fernleigh, 9 Meadowhead Avenue , Meadowhead
Mr & Mrs S Littlewood : 01142 747234
4m S of Sheffield city centre. A61, A6102, B6054 roundabout, exit B6054 towards Dronfield Woodhouse. Meadowhead Ave 2nd R

Plantswomans 1/3-acre cottage style garden with large variety of unusual plants set in differently planted sections to provide all-yr interest. Auricula theatre and paved area for drought resistant plants in pots.

Adm £2.50, children free : Light refreshments & teas Sat 23, Sun 24 June (1-5.30). Visitors also welcome by appt , June & July, groups of 12+.

Friars Hill , Sinnington
Mr & Mrs C J Baldwin : 01751 432179
4m W of Pickering. On A170

13/4-acre plantswoman's garden containing over 2500 varieties of perennials and bulbs, with yr-round colour. Early interest with hellebores, bulbs and woodland plants. Herbaceous beds. Hostas, delphiniums, old roses and alpine troughs more...

Adm £2.50, children free : Visitors welcome by appt , Apr to July, up to 40 visitors, coaches permitted.

The Grange, Carla Beck Lane , Carleton
Mr & Mrs R N Wooler : 01756 709342
1½m SW of Skipton. Turn off A56 (Skipton-Clitheroe) into Carleton. Keep L at Swan PH, continue through to end of village & turn R into Carla Beck Lane. From Skipton town centre follow A6131. Turn R to Carleton

Now reaching maturity, a plantsman's garden of over 4 acres of different features restored by the owners during the last 12 years. Large herbaceous border with ha-ha, walled garden, rose and clematis walk, ornamental grass beds, water features and vegetable beds, some unusual mature tree specimens.

Adm £3, children free (share to Sue Ryder Care Manorlands Hospice) 
Cream teas Weds 27 June; 11, 25 July (1-5). Visitors also welcome by appt in July & Aug, groups 10+.

Graylings, Niddside , Yorkshire
Phil & Paddy Mayes : 01423 781531
6m W of Harrogate. Off A59, take B6451 to Pateley Bridge. R at Wellington Inn to Darley. Park in adjacent field

1-acre tranquil garden bordered by farmland on banks of R Nidd set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Designed and maintained by owners since 1995. Immaculate lawns meander through borders planted for yr-round interest. Forest and ornamental trees, shrubs, roses, 'hot' borders and many containers planted with tender perennials. Feature border with ornamental grasses. Many seating areas, canal and small courtyard, both with fountains more...

Adm £3, children free : Home-made teas Suns 17 June; 5 Aug (12-5). Visitors also welcome by appt , groups of 10+.

Great Ouseburn Gardens
The source of the river Ouse at the Old Workhouse is at the entrance to this picturesque village. Gardens nr church
13m NW of York. Off B6265. 4m E of A1(M) J47 (A59). Before Green Hammerton take B6265 towards Boroughbridge. Follow signs to Great Ouseburn. Car parking at Tinkers Hollow

Cedar Croft, Main Street
Jane & Nick Butler
1/2-acre garden created by owners over last 30yrs on S side of listed Georgian house (not open) with mature trees and lovely views over Ousebeck towards Whixley Moor. 3 large herbaceous, mixed shrub and rose borders provide foliage interest and colour throughout the yr. Summerhouse, terrace with pots and small parterre to N side

Cobble Cottage, Whixley
John Hawkridge & Barry Atkinson : 01423 331419
3m E of A1 off A59 York - Harrogate
Imaginatively designed, constantly changing, small cottage garden full of decorative architectural plants and old family favourites. Interesting water garden, containers and use of natural materials. Secret courtyard garden and new Japanese garden
Combined with Great Ouseburn Gardens £3.50, Mon 28 May (11-5); also Whixley Gardens £5, Wed 13, Sun 24 June (12-5). Visitors also welcome by appt , June & July, groups of 10+.

Tinkers Hollow, Church Field Lane
Heather & Eric Sugden
Just over 1 acre, with wide range of features. 4 very different ponds, waterfall and stream play a key role in extending the diverse range of plants grown. Attractive pergola walk-ways provide link to bog, perennial and shrub borders. Folly adds intrigue to wild area of the garden

Combined adm £3.50, chd free : Home-made teas at Cedar Croft Mon 28 May (11-5).

Greencroft, Pottery Lane , Littlethorpe, nr Ripon
Mr & Mrs David Walden : 01765 602487
1m SE of Ripon. Off A61 Ripon bypass, follow signs to Littlethorpe. Turn R at church (Pottery Lane) to Bishop Monkton for 1½m. On RH-side after Littlethorpe Pottery (open). Car parking in field opp and at Pottery

1/2-acre informal garden made and built by owners. Special ornamental features incl gazebo, temple, pavilion, stone wall with mullions, pergola and formal pool. Long herbaceous borders lead to circular enclosed garden planted with late flowering perennials, annuals and exotics. Log cabin with shingle roof built alongside large pond.

Combined with Kirkella £3, children free : Home-made teas Sun 1 July (12-5). Visitors also welcome by appt.

Hatch End , Nun Monkton
Tim & Julie Beaumont : 01423 330573
7m W of York ringroad, 6m E of A1M. Take A59, follow sign to Nun Monkton at Kirk Hammerton. 2m at end of lane

Atmospheric 2/3-acre garden surrounding C17 cottage (not open) on 18 acre village green with tallest maypole in UK. Evolving since 1996, planting and design melded with circa 80yr-old trees. Serpentine yew hedge, lime walk, copper beech hedges and old brick walls create vistas. Mound, labyrinth, parterre, croquet lawn, potager and raised formal herb garden. Small courtyard with water feature. Gravel paths and drive.

Adm £3, children free : Teas Sun 25 Mar (12-5). Visitors also welcome by appt , groups of 10+.

Hendon Gardens
Follow A1033 from Hull, towards Hedon.
Historic market town, with royal charters dating back to C12. Present mayor is its 660th. Wonderful collection of ancient and civic silver incl England's oldest civic mace. St Augustines Church (open). 'The King of Holderness' also dates back to then. Map will be provided at 1st garden visited to show others and indicating car parking. Museum & church open

32 Baxtergate : John & Barbara Oldham : 01482 898382
Superb, well designed garden made in 5yrs by former owners of The White Cottage, Halsham. Gravel and raised beds with many unusual plants, minute vegetable garden and fish pond
Visitors also welcome by appt , min 6 visitors.

Calegarth, Ivy Lane : John & Jennifer Dennis
Ivy Lane runs W from the Market Hill area (the green next to the church), turn into cul-de-sac 300yds down lane on L
This 1/3 acre 1986 garden has many specimen coniferous and flowering shrubs, enclosed terrace and dell. Following the original concept of a new visita round every corner and all-yr interest.

56 Roslyn Crescent : Ernie & Monica Kendall
Small town garden for plant enthusiasts, with yr-round interest, featuring hostas, mini hostas, ferns and other shade loving plants.

Westfield, 13 Ketwell Lane : Graham & Wendy Stephenson : 01482 896581
Informal garden consisting of mixed herbaceous and shrub borders surrounding 2 lawns. Garden features incl ornamental pond, patio area, raised planters, water feature, pergola, gazebo and greenhouse to back drop of mature trees.
Visitors also welcome by appt , groups of 10+.

4 Highview Cottage, High End, off Station Road , Yorkshire
Small garden in woodland setting developed to make best use of a sloping S-facing site. Steep steps lead to, and narrow gravel paths link, well structured terraced areas densely planted with conifers, shrubs and flowers, creating lovely views both into and out of the garden more...

Sun 10 June (11-5). Visitors also welcome by appt.

Hillbark, Church Lane , Yorkshire
1-acre country garden, on open S-facing slope, started in 1987. Shrubs and perennials with interesting foliage, and some annuals, provide yr-round colour. Hidden arbours and surprising views amongst lively plantings. Descent to a number of interconnecting ponds and large natural pond with ducks and marginal planting. Woodland area, approached by bridges across stream. Unusual garden ceramics. Regional Winner - Country Homes & Interiors Country Garden. Featured in 'The English Garden'.
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Suns 13 May; 24 June; 8 July (11-5). Visitors also welcome by appt.

Holly Tree Cottage, Back Street , Yorkshire
The owners' 3rd NGS garden, but different in size and shape. Superbly designed small garden planted with over 100 clematis and 50 roses, hardy geraniums, unusual plants and shrubs in colour-themed mixed borders. Attractive seating areas, pergolas, water features and wildlife areas more...

Suns 17 June; 15 July (1-5).

Holmfield , Yorkshire
Informal 2-acre country garden on gentle S-facing slope. Developed from a field over last 19yrs. Large mixed borders, octagonal gazebo. Vegetable and fruit areas. Collection of phlomis. Adjacent nursery. Featured in 'The Journal' more...

Suns 27 May; 24 June (11-5). Visitors also welcome by appt.

Hotham Hall , Yorkshire
C18 Grade II house (not open), stable block and clock tower in mature parkland setting with established gardens. Lake with bridge over to newly planted island (arboretum). Garden with Victorian pond and mixed borders. Selection of spring flowering bulbs. Childrens nature trail more...

Sun 22 Apr (2-5). Visitors also welcome by appt.

Hunmanby Grange , Yorkshire
3-acre garden created from exposed open field, on top of Yorkshire Wolds nr coast. Hedges and fences now provide shelter from wind, making series of gardens with yr-round interest and seasonal highlights. Adjacent nursery more...

Weds 2 May to 27 June (1-5); Sun 3 June (11-5). Visitors also welcome by appt May to Sept, coaches welcome.

Jacksons Wold , Yorkshire
2-acre garden with stunning views of the Vale of Pickering. Walled garden with mixed borders, numerous old shrub roses underplanted with unusual perennials. Woodland paths lead to further shrub and perennial borders. Lime avenue with wild flower meadow. Traditional vegetable garden with roses, flowers and box edging framed by Victorian greenhouse. Adjoining nursery. Featured in 'Daily Express', 'Malton Gazette & Herald', 'Prestige Magazine' more...

Tues, Weds May, June, July. For NGS: Suns 13 May; 10 June; 8 July (1-5).

Jasmine House, 145 The Grove , Yorkshire
Small enchanting garden for all seasons with distinctive design features, skilled planting and wide range of unusual plants in borders and pots. Climbers festoon archways that lead to enclosed gardens displaying grasses, ferns, alpines, bonsai and tender perennials more...

Sun 3 June (1-5). Visitors also welcome by appt.

Kelberdale, Wetherby Road , Yorkshire
Owner-made and maintained, inspirational medium-sized plantsman's garden with river views. Full of yr-round interest with large herbaceous border, conifer and colour beds. Alpines and pond. Vegetable and wild garden with wildlife pond more...

Visitors welcome by appt , spring & summer to mid-July for groups 10+, coaches welcome.

Kirkella, Pottery Lane , Yorkshire
Plantswoman and flower arrangers small bungalow garden created recently by owner to give constant interest. Gravel garden with Mediterranean feel instead of previous driveway, paved rear garden full of unusual and half-hardy perennials with decorative summerhouse, collections of planted containers, small water feature and living willow hedge concealing small productive vegetable plot more...

Sun 1 July (12-5).

Lawkland Hall , Yorkshire
Developing 3-acre garden surrounding charming Grade 1 Elizabethan hall (not open). Old stone walls, listed potting shed, beech, yew and box hedges. Heather-thatched gazebo in rose garden, clipped yew cones in lawn leading to small lake created in 2004, mixed borders incl old fashioned roses, formal kitchen garden more...

Sun 1 July (12.30-5.30).

Londesborough Cross , Yorkshire
In 21yrs railway goods yard transformed by owners into delightful garden with ponds, bog area, large herbaceous borders, screes and rock garden. Pergola and arches planted with clematis and good hosta collection. Woodland garden planted with large collection of hardy ferns, many rare, and plants for shade incl trilliums and meconopsis. New thatched log cabin more...

Weds, 21 Mar to 11 July; Suns 1, 22 Apr; 27 May; 8 July; 26 Aug; Weds, 22 Aug to 5 Sept; (Weds1-4) (Suns 1-5).

Low Askew , Yorkshire
Designed by present owners to harmonize with the ancient and beautiful valley of the R Seven in which garden is situated. Now in its 3rd decade new plantings and ideas underway. Plants stall incl rare pelargoniums. Enchanting riverside walk more...

Wed 4 July (1-5).

Lower Crawshaw , Yorkshire
3-acre garden in open country on eastern slopes of the Pennines, surrounding 1690's farmhouse (not open) with extensive range of old farm buildings. Garden created by owners since 1996. Natural stream runs through the garden, dammed on several levels and opening into 2 large ponds. Walled potager created from old barn, enclosed rose garden, orchard, and courtyard. Naturalistic planting of many unusual shrubs, trees and perennials more...

Sun 1 July (12-5). Visitors also welcome by appt in May, June & July.

39 Market Place , Yorkshire
Small walled garden with eclectic planting. Established trees, cottage garden plants and evergreen shrubs. Rockeries, gravel fernery with grasses and water feature. Interesting stonework and lots of nooks and crannies. A few shallow steps and gravel paths more...

Sun 29 July (2-5).

Maspin House, Hillam Common Lane , Yorkshire
3-acre country garden planted for yr-round colour with interesting layout. Designed, planted and maintained by owners. Paths, pergolas, terraces and stonework complemented by wide variety of plants, many unusual, used in imaginative combinations. Ponds and formal canal. Woodland with creative underplanting. Orchard, with shrubs, climbing roses and new summerhouse more...

Sun 24 June (2-6). Evening Opening Thur 21 June (4-8). Visitors also welcome by appt anytime.

Mayroyd Mill House, Mayroyd Lane , Yorkshire
Steep steps lead down to approx 1/3-acre S-facing designers' garden with bold herbaceous and ornamental grass plantings created for naturalistic effect. Many rare and unusual plants; woodland shade; bog areas and riverbank walk. National Collection of astrantias in full flower at time of opening. Featured in 'English Garden' & 'Country Homes & Interiors' more...

Sun 17 June (1-5.30). Visitors also welcome by appt , June & Aug only, groups of 10+.

The Mews Cottage, 1 Brunswick Drive , Yorkshire
Small tranquil garden on sloping site featuring a terracotta tiled courtyard with trompe-l'oeil. A garden of special interest to hardy planters over a long season; recommended for an August visit when a large collection of phlox paniculata is in flower. Featured in 'Garden Answers' more...

Visitors welcome by appt , coaches welcome, unrestricted numbers from Mar to Nov.

Millgate House, Millgate , Yorkshire
SE walled town garden overlooking R Swale. Although small, the garden is full of character, enchantingly secluded with plants and shrubs. Foliage plants incl ferns and hostas. Old roses, interesting selection of clematis, small trees and shrubs. RHS associate garden. Immensely stylish, national award-winning garden. Featured in 'Guardian Weekend' & on BBC TV more...

Day & Evening Opening Sun 24 June (8-8). Visitors also welcome by appt.

Millrace Nursery, 84 Selby Road , Yorkshire
Over looking a secluded valley. Garden developed over last 7yrs to incl large herbaceous borders containing many unusual perennials, shrubs and trees. The immediate garden also incl an ornamental pond, vegetable garden and small woodland. The outer garden leads through a wild flower meadow to large bog garden and fishing ponds. Specialist nursery more...

Suns 3 June; 2 Sept (1-5).

Nawton Tower Garden , Yorkshire
Large garden; heathers, rhododendrons, azaleas, shrubs, bluebells, bulbs and trees more...

Sat 2, Sun 3 June (2-6). Visitors also welcome by appt , May & June, coaches permitted, groups min £15.

Ness Hall , Yorkshire
Large walled garden, mixed and herbaceous borders, undergoing reconstruction; orchard with shrubs and climbing roses. Featured in 'Country Life' more...

Sun 29 Apr; Wed 2 May (2-5).

Newby Hall & Gardens , Yorkshire
40 acres extensive gardens laid out in 1920s. Full of rare and beautiful plants. Formal seasonal gardens, stunning double herbaceous borders to R Ure and National Collection holder Cornus. Miniature railway and adventure gardens for children. Sculpture Park (June to Sept). Gold Award - Yorkshire in Bloom more...

Tues to Sun & Bank Hol Mons 31 Mar to 30 Sept; Mons July & Aug . For NGS: Sat 31 Mar; Sun 30 Sept (11-5.30).

Nidderdale Gardens , Yorkshire
4m SE of Pateley Bridge, 10m NW of Harrogate. On B6451 & B6165. Limited wheelchair access. Parking at each garden

Picnic area at Yorke House. Map provided more...

Combined adm £6, chd free Home-made teas Sun 8 July (11-5)

Norton Conyers , Yorkshire
Large C18 walled garden of interest to garden historians. Interesting iron entrance gate; borders, yew hedges and orangery with an attractive little pond in front. House, which was visited by Charlotte Brontë, and is an original of Thornfield Hall in 'Jane Eyre'. House closed for repairs (tel for reopening date) more...

Easter & Bank Hol Suns, Mons Apr, May & Aug; Suns, Mons 3 June to 30 July. Daily 4 to 7 July (2-5, last adm 4.40). For NGS: Sun 17 June (2-5).

The Nursery, 15 Knapton Lane , Yorkshire
Attractive 1-acre organic fruit and vegetable garden behind suburban house created from previous nursery. Bush and trained fruit trees (incl 40+ varieties apples and pears), large and small greenhouses, productive vegetables grown in bed and row systems interspersed with informal ornamental plantings providing colour and habitat for wildlife. Winner - West Riding Organic Shield of Organic Excellence more...

Sun 22 July (1-6).

Oakwood House, Todds Close, Tranby Lane , Yorkshire
Plant lovers garden. Good back-bone of plants - under-planted with herbaceous plants, all-yr round colour and interest, sun baked border and shady areas. Several seating areas with different views of the garden more...

Sun 24 June (11-5).

The Old Coach House, Church Lane , Yorkshire
Delightful atmospheric owner-made 2-acre garden. Grass paths meander through trees and sunlit borders past summerhouse and round large pond to pergola, vegetables and meadow beyond. Enclosed flower garden with ornamental pool adjacent to house more...

Sun 10 June (12-5).

The Old Priory , Yorkshire
Country garden of about 2 acres of dry sandy loam and wet peat land. Conservatory, polytunnel, walled vegetable garden and various nooks and crannies. Mixed herbaceous borders drop down to bog garden where paths bridge the stream into less formal garden which leads to lake. Short woodland walk more...

Sun 10 June (1-5). Visitors also welcome by appt , best mid May to late June.

Orchard House , Yorkshire
Fascinating 1-acre garden created and maintained by owners in harmony with surrounding countryside. Brimming with unusual features and ideas. Paths of brick, cobble and grass wind through extensive colourful plants to old oak revolving summerhouse, exposed tree roots with sunken garden and grotto. Parasol bed, 'torr' with chapel of rest, lily pond, rill, stream, wildlife pond more...

Suns 22 Apr; 20 May (11-5). Visitors also welcome by appt , Apr & May, groups of 10+, coaches permitted.

Orchard House, Dacre Banks , Nidderdale Gardens , Yorkshire
2 acres of simple natural uncontrived garden blending into beautiful surrounding countryside and providing a haven for wildlife. Shrub and perennial plantings from shade to full sun together with productive fruit and vegetables more...

Visitors also welcome by appt.

Parcevall Hall Gardens , Yorkshire
16 acres in Wharfedale sheltered by mixed woodland; terrace garden, rose garden, rock garden, fish ponds. Mixed borders, tender shrubs (desfontainea, crinodendron, camellias); autumn colour. Birdwatching, old apple orchard for picnics more...

Daily 1 April to 31 Oct (10-5). For NGS: Wed 6 June (10-5).

130 Prince Rupert Drive , Yorkshire
1/2-acre enthusiast's garden planted for yr-round interest from early hellebores, cyclamen and bulbs to late perennials and grasses mixed with our large fern collection, in beds connected by gravel paths. Many plants grown from seed, incl wild-collected seed. Rock and bog gardens, pond and pergola, glasshouses, shade house, kitchen garden with vegetables and trained fruit, small nursery. Featured in 'Garden News' more...

Suns 18 Mar; 15 Apr; Sats 2 June; 14 July; Sun 9 Sept (1-5).

2 Prospect Place , Yorkshire
Long intimate garden high in the Pennines (900ft). Narrow paths lead from cottage herbaceous borders and pond to shade areas and secret garden with camomile lawn, chocolate and silver borders surrounding circular bed and productive kitchen garden with trained fruit and flowers. Evolving wild area with native trees, large pond with indigenous planting, narrow stream and meadow more...

Sun 8 July (12-5). Visitors also welcome by appt June & July for groups of 6+.

Red House Farm, Church Lane , Yorkshire
Large country garden developed over 24yrs. Extensive mixed borders with fine collection of hardy perennials, shrubs and roses. Maturing hedges partially divide the garden, long rose pergola leads to wildlife pond and wild flower meadow. Attractive courtyard with interesting plantings and 1/2-acre young wood more...

Sun 10 June (12-5).

RHS Garden Harlow Carr , Yorkshire
One of Yorkshire's most relaxing yet inspiring locations! Highlights incl spectacular herbaceous borders, streamside garden, alpines, scented and kitchen gardens. 'Gardens Through Time', woodland and wild flower meadow. Events all yr more...

Open all yr except Christmas Day, for times see website or tel. For NGS: Suns 13 May; 12 Aug (9.30-6).

Rose Cottage, High Hoyland , Yorkshire
Garden for all seasons; romantic in summer and interesting throughout the winter. New borders with collection of hamamelis, cornus, cyclamen, hellebores, and some of the 200+ collection of special snowdrops replace laurels. Rose gardens, topiary, sun and shade borders, walks with clematis, ivies, meconopsis, perennials, bulbs and trilliums lead to wild flower meadow with species roses and small copse. Featured in 'Garden Style' more...

Suns 18, 25 Feb; 4 Mar (1-4); Suns 29 Apr; 27 May; 24 June; 2 Sept (2-5).

Rudston House , Yorkshire
Birthplace of authoress Winifred Holtby. Victorian farmhouse (not open) and 3 acres of exuberant garden with fine old trees, lawns, paths with clipped box hedges, conifers, shrubs, greenhouses, roses, interesting potager with named vegetable varieties, hosta beds with lilies, and short woodland walk, with pond. Plenty of seats and interesting corners and features; children love to explore more...

Sun 15 July (11-5). Visitors also welcome by appt , in July for groups of 10+.

Rye Hill, 15 Station Road , Yorkshire
Plantswoman's garden designed, constructed and maintained by owners. Divided into interlinking compartments, each planted in different style: formal, woodland and cottage. Intense planting using unusual plants for yr-round colour and interest. Conservatory, well stocked with tender species, ponds and many architectural features. New projects each yr more...

Suns, Weds 29 Apr; 2 May; 3 June; 11 July (2-5). Visitors also welcome by appt , May, June & July. please write.

Saltmarshe Hall , Yorkshire
Large lawns, fine old trees, R Ouse and a Regency house (not open) with courtyards provide setting for shrubs, climbers, herbaceous plants and roses. Of special interest to plantsmen and garden designers are pond garden, walled garden and large herbaceous border. Approx 10 acres more...

Suns 13 May; Sun 17 June (12-5). Visitors also welcome by appt in May & June.

Secret Garden, 10 Sherwood Grove, Acomb , Yorkshire
3/4-acre hidden garden developed and extended over 30yrs and largely remodelled in last 7yrs. Dry riverbed garden, rockery, large pond with stream and waterfall, perennial garden, small woodland area. Mixed plantings incl many unusual plants, 5 greenhouses with vine and tender plant collections, euphorbia and grass beds plus over 100 hosta varieties. Small nursery. Featured in 'The Journal' more...

Suns 6 May; 10 June; 8 July (11-5). Visitors also welcome by appt , no coaches.

4 Shaftesbury Court, Shaftesbury Avenue , Yorkshire
1/4-acre plant lover's garden for all seasons especially concentrating on late summer colour, woodland plants and bulbs in spring. Narrow paths divide borders full of many rare and unusual perennials, small shrubs and bulbs for both sun and shade, the boundary walls are festooned with climbers. Featured in 'Yorkshire Today' more...

Sun 29 July (11-5). Visitors also welcome by appt.

Shandy Hall , Yorkshire
Home of C18 author Laurence Sterne. 2 walled gardens, 1 acre of unusual perennials interplanted with tulips and old roses in low walled beds. In old quarry, another acre of trees, shrubs, bulbs, climbers and wild flowers encouraging wildlife, incl over 130 recorded species of moths. Moth trap evenings on NGS openings. Featured on South Bank Show, Radio York & in BBC 'Gardens Illustrated' & 'Yorkshire Post' more...

Garden Suns to Fris May to Sept (11-4.30); for House see website for details or tel. For NGS: Evening Openings Fris 1, 15 June (5.30-9).

Sleightholmedale Lodge , Yorkshire
Hillside garden, walled rose garden and herbaceous borders. Not suitable for wheelchairs more...

Sats 26 May; 2 June (1-5); Sat 14, Sun 15 July (2-6). Also opening with Pennyholme Sats 26 May; 2 June . Visitors also welcome by appt for any number at any time, no coaches.

Southways, Doncaster Road , Yorkshire
Enclosed Mediterranean themed garden with unusual tropical, half hardy and drought tolerant plants in 1/4 acre. From the entrance a large paved area leads to fruit and flower garden with greenhouses, organic vegetables and herbs in raised beds. The garden behind is designed for late summer colour with hanging baskets, tropical plants, annuals, grasses and dahlias with ornamental pool and arbour. Doncaster in Bloom - Gold Award more...

Sun 12 Aug (12-5). Visitors also welcome by appt , May to Aug.

Spring Close Farm, Gill Lane , Yorkshire
Large mature yet evolving quiet country garden, originally an exposed site, now divided into garden rooms sheltered by clipped yew and beech hedging, with allées and tranquil water garden leading to new orchard with ha-ha and stunning views over Wharfe Valley. Underplanted roses, mulberry trees and herbaceous borders with archways to walled garden with small greenhouse, and enclosed cottage garden more...

Visitors welcome by appt , June only, groups of 20+, coaches permitted.

Stainsacre , Yorkshire
1-acre site on S-sloping hillside created by owners since 1996. Deep mixed borders and island beds with wide variety of hardy and unusual perennials. 2 small wildlife ponds and artificial stream. Open grassed area with native trees and gravel area with specimen hostas more...

Sun 29 July (1-5).

Stillingfleet Lodge, Stewart Lane , Yorkshire
Plantsman's garden subdivided into smaller gardens, each based on colour theme with emphasis on use of foliage plants. Wild flower meadow and natural pond. 55yds double herbaceous borders. Organic garden. Adjacent nursery. Featured in 'Independent' , 'Country Living' and 'Yorkshire Life' more...

Weds, Fris, Sats May to July & Sept; Weds, Fris Aug (1-4). For NGS: Suns 13 May; 24 June; 16 Sept (1.30-5).

Swale Cottage, Station Road , Yorkshire
1/2-acre urban oasis on steep site, with sweeping views and hidden corners. Several enclosed garden rooms on different levels. Mature herbaceous, rose and shrub garden with some areas of recent improvement. Magnificent yew and cedar. Organic vegetables and soft fruit, pond, orchard, adjacent paddock with sheep and hens more...

Sun 24 June (2-6).

Thorpe Lodge, Knaresborough Road , Yorkshire
Beautiful, large country garden of 12 acres with extensive colour-themed flower borders, walled rose garden, canals and fruit trees. Pleached hornbeam walk and allées leads to walks through mature woodland with vistas and ponds. Courtyard with exotic shrubs and tender plants in pots. Area for picnics more...

Sun 29 July (1-6).

Tregonning , Yorkshire
11/2-acres created over 30yrs, organic garden with fruit, vegetables and wild flower meadow. Annual and perennial wild flower borders. Over 60 species of old roses, climbers and dovecote. Large herbaceous border. Pergola walk, wild-life ponds, bog gardens, Victorian wells, rockeries and terrace. Large collection of seed-grown bonsai more...

Suns 27 May; Sun 10 June (2-5). Visitors also welcome by appt May & June, groups of 10+, coaches welcome.

Vicarage House , Yorkshire
Secluded 1-acre country garden surrounded by mature trees, colour-themed border, extensive herbaceous borders, raised beds. Species primulae and aquilegias more...

Sun 27 May (1-5).

The Walled Garden at Scampston , Yorkshire
An exciting modern garden designed by Piet Oudolf who has filled the 41/2-acre walled garden with a series of hedged enclosures. In early July the extravagantly planted perennial meadow will be looking at its best. The garden contains many rare species, all carefully labelled, and is a must for any keen plantsman. Featured in 'Hull Journal', 'Gardens Illustrated' & on TV Hidden Treasure Houses, BBC Radio 4 Woman's Hour more...

For details of openings & dates see website or tel. For NGS: Wed 4 July (10-5).

26 West End , Yorkshire
Charming and interesting 1-acre cottage garden opening into old wooded gravel pit still being developed by owner. Many rare plants collected over 20yrs more...

Sun 3 June (1.30-5). Visitors also welcome by appt , in June for groups 6+.

Whixley Gardens
Between York & Harrogate. 3m E of A1(M) off A59 York-Harrogate. Signed Whixley

Ash Tree House, High Street , : Mr & Mrs E P Moffitt
Well designed unusual garden of approx 1/4-acre with extensive rockeries making full use of sloping site. Established herbaceous plants, shrubs and climbers achieve a cottage garden effect. Access only by steps.

The Bay House, Stonegate : Mr & Mrs Jon Beckett
Densely planted courtyard garden on differing levels.

Cobble Cottage,
Imaginatively designed, constantly changing, small cottage garden full of decorative architectural plants and old family favourites. Interesting water garden, containers and use of natural materials. Secret courtyard garden and new Japanese garden.
Combined with Great Ouseburn Gardens £3.50, Mon 28 May (11-5); also Whixley Gardens £5, Wed 13, Sun 24 June (12-5). Visitors also welcome by appt , June & July, groups of 10+.

The Old Vicarage, : Mr & Mrs Roger Marshall
Delightful 3/4-acre walled flower garden with mixed borders, unusual shrubs, climbers, roses, hardy and half-hardy perennials, bulbs and hellebores. Paths and garden structures lead to new vistas and hidden areas using the garden's natural contours.

Combined adm £5, children free ; Light refreshments & teas at The Old Vicarage Sun 24 June (12-5)

Woodlands Cottage , Yorkshire
1-acre plantswomen's garden in Nidderdale. Garden is designed to harmonise with the surrounding countryside and has several differing areas of planting with many unusual plants, natural rock outcrops, wild flower meadow and vegetable garden more...

Sun 13 May (1.30-5). Combined with Nidderdale Gardens adm £6, Sun 8 July. Visitors also welcome by appt May - Aug, groups 10+ welcome and coaches.

Wortley Hall , Yorkshire
26 acres of elegant Italianate gardens set within landscaped parkland. Formal gardens with sunken garden, arbour and clipped yew balls all framed with seasonal bedding and perennial borders leading to walled organic kitchen garden. Informal walks through pleasure grounds reveal C18/19 plantings incl 500yr old hollow oak, lake and ice house. Guided tours with Gardeners throughout the day. Featured on Radio Sheffield. Silver award - Yorkshire in Bloom more...

Sun 24 June (10-4). Visitors also welcome by appt , May to Sept, groups 15+, can incl guided tour.

Wytherstone Gardens , Yorkshire
A true plantsman's garden set in 8 acres of rolling countryside on edge of the North York Moors. The garden is divided by beech hedges, creating interlinked specialised 'feature' gardens, incl Mediterranean, ericaceous, terraced, good small arboretum (incl, the most northerly Wollemia nobilis planted outside), fern garden and paeonia garden. Plants not thought hardy in the north of England grow happily on Wytherstone's free draining soil. Delightful on-site nursery where all the plants are propagated from the garden. New for 2007 foliage and bamboo garden more...

Suns 3 June; 22 July, 9 Sept; Weds 6 June to 9 Sept. For NGS: Suns 20 May; 17 June; 19 Aug (1-5).

Yorke House , Nidderdale Gardens , Yorkshire
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Yorke House , Yorkshire
Flower arranger's 2-acre garden with colour-themed borders full of flowering and foliage plants and shrubs. Extensive water feature incl large ornamental ponds and stream. Other features incl nut walk, rose pergola, patios, gazebo, Millennium garden and wildlife area. The garden enjoys beautiful views across Nidderdale. Picnic area more...

Sun 24 June (11-5). Open with Nidderdale Gardens Sun 8 July. Visitors also welcome by appt June to Aug, incl coaches.