One of the gardens in Womenswold | Credit: National Garden Scheme
Submitted by the National Garden Scheme
Private gardens will be open to the public this weekend (Saturday and Sunday, June 26 and 27) as part of the National Garden Scheme.
Amongst the beautiful spaces to explore will be a contemporary urban garden in Folkestone and a diverse variety of cottage gardens in the village of Womenswold, near Canterbury, Kent.
The National Garden Scheme (NGS) gives visitors unique access to thousands of exceptional private gardens in England and Wales, and raises money for nursing and health charities through admissions, teas and cake.
69 Capel Street, Folkestone is opening its gate to visitors for the first time this year.
- A clever use of traditional and modern planting provide colour throughout the seasons in this contemporary coastal garden. Straight lines have been diffused by angles and planting, with space provided for vegetables to encourage self sufficiency.
- Situated in a quiet location, occasionally amplified by a passing Spitfire, it’s within walking…
