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Benington Lordship - Open Garden for NGS
A seven acre site with ruin of C12 Norman keep and C19 neo Norman folly. Highlights inc spectacular snowdrops and spring bulbs; formal rose garden; walled kitchen garden with vegetables, bantams, and wildflower meadow; orchard with perennial meadow; lake; unspoilt panoramic views over surrounding parkland. Recent replanting of main border with plants resistant to climate change and wildlife friendly.
Sunday 25 May
Benington Lordship, Stevenage, Hertfordshire SG2 7BS
Check website for latest information. For NGS: Tue 4 Feb (11-4). Cream teas. Sun 25 May (2-5). Light refreshments. Admission £8, Children £4. In February, refreshments served in onsite tearoom. In May, refreshments in parish hall adjacent to garden. Times:14:00 to 17:00.
Organised by
NGS - National Garden Scheme
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