Visits

Gravetye Manor
February 01 2012

Visit the home of pioneering Victorian gardener William Robinson and learn how his naturalistic style of planting changed the way we garden

Colesbourne Park c. Torie Chugg
January 21 2012

Don't miss these delightful harbingers of spring. Here's a selection of snowdrop events taking place all over the country in the weeks ahead.

Long Barn Christmas wreath
November 02 2011

We have a special offer on a wreath-making workshop to create your own festive wreath for the Christmas season ahead.

Chiff Chaffs c.John Glover/Alamy
October 18 2011

Join our exclusive Gardens Illustrated tour to some of Dorset's finest gardens 

Roger Platt's garden for M&G Investments Chelsea 2010
October 10 2011

The Society of Garden Designer holds its Autumn Conference on 12 November to discuss what exactly it is that we want from a garden in the hectic world of the 21st Century. Non members are welcome to join the discussion along with speakers Dan Pearson, Jane Owen, Wendy Titman and Bernard Trainor.

Apple Day c. Sarah Cuttle
September 20 2011

Now is the time to celebrate English apples. The season’s crop is in full swing so you’ve every reason to buy British – and more importantly now is your chance to try some of the less well-known cultivars, but no less tasty, growing in orchards around the country – many unique to their location.