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Railway Cottages - Open Garden for NGS
A row of historical railway cottages, tucked away from the bustle of Wood Green nr Alexandra Palace, takes the visitor back in time. The tranquil country style garden at 2 Dorset Road flanks three sides of the house. Clipped hedges contrast with climbing roses, clematis, honeysuckle, abutilon, grasses and ferns. Trees inc mulberry, quince, fig, apple and a mature willow creating an interesting shady corner with a pond. There is an emphasis on scented flowers that attract bees and butterflies and the traditional medicinal plants found in cottage gardens. No. 4 is a pretty secluded garden (accessed through the rear of No. 2) and sets off the sculptor owners figurative and abstract work. There are three front gardens open for view. No.
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Sun 7 July (2-5.30). Combined adm £5, Children free. Home-made teas at 2 Dorset Road. Times:14:00 to 17:30.
Sun 7 July (2-5.30). Combined adm £5, Children free. Home-made teas at 2 Dorset Road. Times:14:00 to 17:30.
Railway Cottages London N22 7SL
Sun 7 July
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