Organic Gardens



Today there is much interest in Organic Gardening, which has been championed by many including King Charles. When you garden organically you do not use pesticides or artificial fertilisers, and this has benefits for both the soil and environment. There are many beautiful organic gardens to visit around the British Isles where you can pick up ideas to take to your own gardens.

Cambo, Fife, Scotland



The beautiful garden here is managed on an organic basis to encourage wildlife. On your visit you may find many different species of butterfly which make Cambo their home.
The walled garden has a fast flowing stream flowing through it, the planting is informal but with masses of colour, partly prairie style which comes into its own in September.
Café, Dog Friendly on leads, Disabled access.

Barnsdale, Rutland



The former home and garden of Geoff Hamilton, presenter of Gardeners World in the 1980s. (now run by his son Nick). Take the garden tour and see for yourself the amazing range of ideas in the individually designed and well-stocked gardens, all built on peat-free, organic principles. There are practical concepts that you can use at home as well as botanically labelled plants.
Tea Room, Plant sales. Disabled access.

Godolphin House, near Helston Cornwall (National Trust).


This is the oldest surviving formal garden in the country (around 700 years old). You can explore the medieval pathways which lead to the side garden and its original layout with 3 compartments still in existence. The organic garden has a lovely atmosphere with informal plantings very much in keeping with the property and surroundings. Estate walks.
Tea Room, Dog friendly, Partial disabled access.

Highgrove House, Tetbury, Gloucestershire 



The King's adherence to organic and sustainable methods at Highgrove has helped create gardens which are both magical and intriguing while being environmentally sound; encouraging both plants and wildlife to thrive.

Llanerchaeron Gardens, Aberaeron, Ceredigion, Wales (National Trust). 



This delightful small 18th century Welsh Gentry Estate has survived virtually unaltered. It is set in a beautiful landscape adjoining the River Aeron. The Walled gardens are managed on an organic basis with colourful flowerbeds and a collection of over 50 historic Welsh apple varieties. The pleasure grounds include a small lake and there are many walks around the estate.
Tea Room, Dog Friendly, Disabled Access.

Nunnington Hall Gardens, near York (National Trust).
Peaceful gardens managed on an organic basis surround a historic House which is also open. The gardens are approached from a bridge overlooking the River Rye and lead to both informal and formal areas, plus a Wildflower Meadow. The 'Iris Garden' has recently been restored making the area a beautiful, accessible and a biodiverse space.
Café, shop, dog friendly, partial disabled access.



Ryton Organic Garden, near Coventry. 



There are ten acres of display gardens which are managed entirely organically. All aspects of domestic horticulture are on show, including composting, pest and disease control, fruit and vegetable production, herbs, roses, lawns, shrubberies and herbaceous plants. Learn more by booking one of their popular tours.
Disabled access, shop.

Yeo Valley Organic Garden, Blagdon, Somerset. 



Yeo Valley Organic Garden is nestled in the beautiful Somerset countryside and is a constantly evolving 6.5-acre area with a contemporary feel. The garden is managed totally organically, and the team here love to swap success and failures. Late summer colours are provided by perennials, dahlias and grasses.
Café, Shop. Partial disabled access.