Bruyere Court (part of Litchborough Spring Gardens group), Northamptonshire
3 acres of landscaped garden. Lawns, 2 ornamental lakes with rock streams and fountain, shrubs, rhododendrons, azaleas and herbaceous borders, old-fashioned roses, ornamental trees and conifers
Same opening times as group garden.
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Brytten-Collier House (part of Harpole Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Partly walled S-facing garden with herbaceous borders and many climbing roses and clematis
Same opening times as group garden.
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Bulwick Gardens, Bulwick, Northamptonshire
Unspoilt Northamptonshire stone conservation village. Interesting C14 church and PH. Bulwick Hall is a formal terraced 8-acre walled garden leading to river and island, C17 wrought iron gates, C19 orangery and C17 arcade. 19 Church Lane is a small cottage garden with courtyard and water feature and The Shambles has an original village well, lawns, hedges and stone walls
Sun 11 July (2-5).
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Bulwick Hall (part of Bulwick Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Formal terraced 8-acre walled garden leading to river and island. Double herbaceous borders, holly walk ending at attractive C17 wrought iron gates. C19 orangery and C17 arcade, large kitchen garden, fine mature trees, topiary, peacocks. (House not open)
Visitors also welcome by appointment.
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10 The Butts (part of Aynho Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Mature garden with varied and interesting shrubs, trees, beds and small pond
Same opening times as group garden.
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Canons Ashby House, Daventry, Northamptonshire
Formal gardens of London and Wise style enclosed by walls. Gate piers from 1710, fine topiary, axial arrangement of paths and terraces, wild flowers, old varieties of fruit trees and herb border. Phase 1 and 2 completed of 5yr plan to restore gardens to designs of 1880s. New beds with bedding schemes. Home of the Dryden family since C16, Manor House 1550
Sat 29 May; Sun 5 Sept (11-5).
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Castle Ashby Gardens, Northampton, Northamptonshire
25 acres within a 10,000 acre estate of both formal and informal gardens, incl Italian gardens with orangery and arboretum with lakes, all dating back to the 1860s
Sun 11 July (11-5).
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Catton House (part of Aynho Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Well-established small walled garden with mature trees, various shrubs and specialising in roses and clematis, sunken walled rose garden
Same opening times as group garden.
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Cedar Farm, Desborough, Northamptonshire
2-acre garden with a further 8 acres. Secret garden with roses and clematis. Avenue of mature limes. Large colour planted borders filled with unusual plants and shrubs. Large mirror pond, wildlife ponds, vegetables. Massed snowdrops and spring bulbs, wonderful autumn colour, small arboretum and many rare breed fowl
Sun 20 June (2-6). Visitors also welcome by appointment.

Charlton Gardens, Banbury, Northamptonshire
Well preserved stone village with a selection of gardens, large and small including a woodland walk, stream and lakes and a small, mainly dry gravel garden developed from new over the past 5yrs with bamboos and grasses. Walled garden with beautiful views, paved courtyard with tubs, containers and climbers and a large garden behind a C17 farmhouse with colour themed borders and beech and yew hedges
Sun 30 May (2-6).
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19 Church Lane (part of Bulwick Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Small cottage garden with fruit trees and vegetables, courtyard and water features
Same opening times as group garden.
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City Cottage (part of Preston Capes Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Mature garden in the middle of an attractive village. Walled herbaceous border, newly planted rose beds, flowering shrubs and wisteria
Visitors also welcome by appointment in June, groups 10+
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The Close (part of Harpole Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Old-fashioned English country garden with large lawns, herbaceous borders and mature trees. Stone house (not open)
Same opening times as group garden.
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Clover Cottage (part of West Haddon Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Walled cottage garden with terraces, cobbles, gravel, pots and decking. Very sunny sheltered space with a lovely lemon tree, orange bush
Same opening times as group garden.
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Coton Manor Garden, Guilsborough, Northamptonshire
10-acre garden set in peaceful countryside with old yew and holly hedges, extensive herbaceous borders containing many unusual plants, rose, water, herb and woodland gardens, famous bluebell wood, wild flower meadow. Adjacent specialist nursery with over 1000 plant varieties propagated from the garden
Tue 4 May (12-5.30).
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The Cottage (part of Charlton Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Flowering shrubs, raised cottage garden, lawns, woodland walk, stream and lakes
Same opening times as group garden.
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Cottesbrooke Hall Gardens, Cottesbrooke, Northamptonshire
Award winning gardens by Geoffrey Jellicoe, Dame Sylvia Crowe and James Alexander Sinclair. Formal gardens and terraces surround Queen Anne house with extensive vistas onto the lake and C18 parkland containing many mature trees. Wild and woodland gardens a short distance from the formal areas
Sun 18 Apr (2-5.30) House not open on NGS day.
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Courtrai (part of Moulton Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Relaxing country cottage garden divided into 3 'rooms' with a variety of mature trees and shrubs with herbaceous borders, fish pond and the 'Masters' vegetable plot
Same opening times as group garden.
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The Croft (part of Flore Spring Gardens group), Northamptonshire
1/3-acre well structured garden with informal planting incl a large variety of bulbs, perennials, shrubs and mature trees. Summer house and seating
Same opening times as group garden.

The Croft (part of Flore Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Cottage garden of about 1/3acre. Informally planted with good structure incl several seating areas. Planted for all-yr interest with many perennials, shrubs, trees and small area for fruit, vegetables and herbs
Same opening times as group garden.
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The Crown Courtyard (part of West Haddon Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Public House courtyard with C16 outbuildings decorated with hanging baskets, containers and cascading flora
Same opening times as group garden.
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Dairy Farmhouse (part of Moulton Gardens group), Northamptonshire
1/3acre garden surrounding a mellow Northamptonshire C18 stone farmhouse which supports a tall and aged pear tree. Working pump, ancient yew trees, weeping ash plus varied shrub borders and walled vegetable garden with fruit trees
Same opening times as group garden.
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Dale House (part of Spratton Gardens group), Northamptonshire
3-acre village garden incl ha-ha and small wood. Ancient Holm Oak, prolific wisteria, roses and lavender. Pretty field with sheep, ducks and hens. Children welcome
Visitors also welcome by appointment Home-made teas
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Dolphins, Great Harrowden, Northamptonshire
2-acre country garden surrounding old stone house (not open). Large drifts of snowdrops and several smaller groups in variety. Abundant hellebores, shrubs and trees for winter interest. Very free draining with beech hedges and firm gravel paths
Sun 28 Feb (10-4) Sun 27 Feb 2011(10-4).
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Dripwell House (part of Guilsborough Spring Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Magical mix of wild and semi-formal garden. Your path takes you down 3-acres of steep terraced slopes, through secret and unexpected places to a woodland carpeted with bulbs and wildflowers
Visitors also welcome by appointment June only, combined with Gower House
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2 Eady Close (part of Moulton Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Mixed perennials and shrubs in a 3yr old cottage style garden with separate vegetable area. Garden is heavily shaded and of an unusual shape. Lawned area
Same opening times as group garden.
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Ellesmere (part of Charlton Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Small, mainly dry gravel garden developed from new over 6yrs. Grasses, bamboos and perennials designed for low maintenance with patio, water feature, summer house and decked dining area
Same opening times as group garden.
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Evenley Wood Garden, Brackley, Northamptonshire
This 60 acre woodland is a plantsman's garden with a huge variety of plants all of which are labelled. Mainly trees, shrubs, bulbs and lilies. Many magnolias, azaleas, rhododendrons and camellias
Sun 2, Mon 3 May (11-5).
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16 Field Close (part of West Haddon Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Small low maintenace garden of a 1960s property with numerous shrubs and containers, decked area and small pond
Same opening times as group garden

Sun 6 , 27 June (2-6)
Finedon Gardens, Northamptonshire
The village has a varied history dating from Roman times and evolving through farming, ironstone mining, shoe and leather manufacturing. An ancient parish church with a collection of 'green men' and many other historical buildings. The gardens are different - everything from vegetables to flowers on show.
24 Albert Road has an array of pots, containers and border plants. boasting a period dolls house, gypsy caravan, patio and summerhouse.
67-69 High Street is an ever evolving rear garden of 1/3acre of C17 cottage (not open) with mixed boreders, obelisks, containers, snowdrops, hellebores and late summer border for varied interest.
11 Thrapston Road has a super cottage garden with mixed vegetable plot, soft fruit and apple trees, summer house and tree house.

Sat 19, Sun 20 June (11-6)
Flore Gardens, Northamptonshire
9 interesting, diverse and constantly developing gardens open in association with the long established Flower Festival in this Northamptonshire village overlooking the Nene Valley. Incl formal and informal designs, vegetables, fruit and herb gardens. Many unusual trees and shrubs, lots of roses and clematis. Much herbaceous planting incl exotic and unusual, many for sunny areas as well as shady woodland. Variety of garden buildings, structures, patios and seating areas affording the opportunity to sit and rest whilst admiring the gardens. There is a former walled kitchen garden, a C19 gazebo with a unique collection of Queen-Empresses, swags of wisteria, archways of hornbeam and archways clothed in roses and other climbers for both sun and shade, ponds and other water features, small and large.
Bertha's Patch : Family garden with perennial and bedding areas and an established secret woodland. The garden is on three different levels around a main lawn.
Bliss Lane Nursery : Mature garden behind plant nursery, full of surprises. Secluded, peaceful, gorgeous views overlooking the Nene valley, packed with perennial plants, shrubs and shrub roses.
24 Bliss Lane (part of Flore Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Cottage garden filled with a mixture of shrubs, flowers, herbs and vegetables. Victorian-style greenhouse and summer house. Lots of pots.

Sun 11 Apr (2-6)
Flore Spring Gardens, Flore, Northamptonshire
6 gardens of varying size and design. Planting for yr-round interest with mixtures of flowers, fruit, herbs and vegetables. Colourful displays of unusual shrubs and early flowering perennials. Lots of spring bulbs in pots as well as drifts in borders. Shade tolerant plants in a woodland setting and a colourful spring display under a canopy of mature oak trees.
Bliss Lane Nursery : Colourful display of spring bulbs with unusual shrubs, with drifts of daffodils and tulips in the borders. Views over the quiet, peaceful Nene valley.
24 Bliss Lane : Cottage garden planted with a mixture of flowers, fruit, herbs and vegetables. Pots of bulbs and seasonal plants. Victorian style greenhouse.

Forge Cottage (part of Spratton Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Newly established cottage style garden completely redesigned and replanted by new owners with a family in mind
Same opening times as group garden.
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Four Acres (part of Guilsborough Spring Gardens group), Northamptonshire
In the family for over 60yrs, but still developing. Some shrubs remain from original plantings with more spring flowering bulbs and perennials being added every year. Vibrant, colourful displays in a series of island beds with formal areas around the house. Large, attractive and productive potager, espaliers of apples, pears and soft fruit. 2 ponds encouraging wildlife and birds. Exceptionally windy garden showing what can be achieved in an exposed position
Same opening times as group garden.
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Foxtail Lilly, Oundle, Northamptonshire
A cottage garden where perennials and grasses are grouped creatively together amongst gravel paths, complementing one another to create a natural look. Some unusual plants and quirky oddities create a different and colourful informal garden. Lots of flowers for cutting, shop in barn. New meadow pasture, cutting garden being created
Sun 30, BH Mon 31 May; Sun 27 June (11-5). Visitors also welcome by appointment.
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Friar's Well (part of Aynho Gardens group), Northamptonshire
3-acre garden on top of hill with magnificent views, divided into sections with mixed hedges and stone wall, pleached limes and hornbeams, unusual shrubs and roses
Same opening times as group garden.
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Froggery Cottage, Desborough, Northamptonshire
¾-acre plantsman's garden full of rare and unusual plants. NCCPG of 435 varieties of penstemons incl dwarfs and species. Artefacts on display incl old ploughs and garden implements
Sun 25 July (11.30-6). Visitors also welcome by appointment in groups 10+
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The Garden House (part of Flore Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Walled former kitchen garden restructured in the 90s into 4 rooms, the main three separated by swagged wisteria and a double row of hornbeam arches. Planting largely informal. It is still evolving
Same opening times as group garden.
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The Gate House (part of Guilsborough Spring Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Small multi-level encl cottage garden with pond and well stocked borders with flowers, shrubs, vegetables, fruit and trees
Same opening times as group garden

Glendon Hall, Kettering, Northamptonshire
Mature specimen trees, topiary, box hedges, herbaceous borders stocked with many unusual plants, large walled kitchen gardens with restored glass house
Visitors welcome by appointment March to Oct
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Gower House (part of Guilsborough Spring Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Although Gower House garden is small it is closely planted with specimen trees, shrubs, perennials, orchids, wild flowers and alpines, some rare or unusual, with foliage colour being important. Several seating areas designed for elderly relatives incorporating recycled materials. Soft fruit and vegetable garden shared with Dripwell which is an important part of our gardening
Visitors also welcome by appointment June only, combined with Dripwell House
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The Grammar House (part of Aynho Gardens group), Northamptonshire
11/3-acre garden, newly landscaped
Same opening times as group garden.
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The Granary (part of Spratton Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Semi-formal courtyard garden with circular pond, walled rear garden with circular lawn, mixed shrub and flower borders, archways through to small orchard
Same opening times as group garden.
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The Grange Garden (part of Moulton Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Informal garden on a gentle slope with some steps. Ornamental fish ponds and the remains of an old mill chimney. Garden is next to a large field car park
Same opening times as group garden.
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Great Addington Manor, Great Addington, Northamptonshire
5 acre manor gardens with terrace, lawns, mature trees, mulberry, yew hedges, pond and spinney, wild garden and spring daffodils
Mon 5 Apr (2-5).
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Sun 2 May (11-5)
Great Brington Gardens, Great Brington, Northamptonshire
The village is renowned for its warm welcome with dozens of parish volunteers helping on the day. A particularly picturesque, predominately stone and thatch village which is well worth a visit in its own right. The C12 church rated as one of Simon Jenkins' ‘1000 Best' and connections with Spencers of Althorp & George Washington ensure a memorable day. 6 gardens this year of immense variety from small cottage garden with a summer house to a 3-acre formal garden complete with extensive vegetable patch and orchard. Many continue to evolve each year; several have unique water features; most are planned and maintain by their owners.
8 Bedford Cottages : Long sloping North-facing garden with outstanding views. Designed, created and maintained by the owners. Many shrubs and herbaceous plants for all-year interest.
Brington Lodge : ¾-acre, partly walled, beautiful mature garden overlooking the Althorp Estate.

Greenway, Desborough, Northamptonshire
Constantly evolving arboretum style garden set in 1/3acre with over 90 acers (Japanese maple cultivars) in containers and open planting. Many garden structures, water features, statuary, sculptures and containers to provide yr-round interest. Recent additions include gothic folly with fernery and viewing platform. Covered seating areas for contemplation
Sun 9 May (2-6). Evening Opening wine, Thur 27 May (6-9).
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Greywalls, Farndish, Northamptonshire
2-acre mature garden surrounding old vicarage (not open). Over 100 varieties of snowdrops, drifts of hardy cyclamen and hellebores. Alpine house and raised alpine beds. Water features and natural ponds with views over open countryside. Rare breed hens
Sun 14 Feb (12-4). Visitors also welcome by appointment in Feb for 10+ visitors
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Guilsborough Spring Gardens, Guilsborough, Northamptonshire
Nine varied village gardens in attractive rural setting. Two small cottage-style gardens, one belonging to a keen flower arranger, the other a secret walled garden crammed with fruit, flowers and vegetable. The remaining gardens are much larger, ranging from a magical woodland garden on a very steep site to formal gardens with sweeping lawns, mature trees and beautiful views. There is plenty of room to sit and relax. Walled kitchen gardens, potager, a very productive vegetable garden with soft fruit are an important part of our gardening. Plants for sale will incl both rare and unusual from our plantsmen's gardens a true highlight here. Last yr we had over 1000 visitors
Sat 24, Sun 25 Apr (1-5)

Guilsborough House (part of Guilsborough Spring Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Country garden, terraces, lawns and hedges and mature trees with emphasis on texture and form. Plenty of room and shade for picnic in field - improved access. In celebration of becoming OAPs we have a new tree planting project
Same opening times as group garden.
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Haddonstone Show Gardens, East Haddon, Northamptonshire
See Haddonstone's classic garden ornaments in the beautiful setting of the walled Manor gardens incl planters, fountains, statuary, bird baths, sundials, balustrading and landscape follies. The garden is on different levels with shrub roses, conifers, clematis and climbers. Jubilee Garden incl pavilion, temple and gothic grotto
Sat 11, Sun 12 Sept (10-5).
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The Hall (part of Litchborough Spring Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Large garden with open views of parkland, laid to lawns and borders with clipped hedges. Extensive woodland garden with specimen trees and shrubs. Walks wind through this area and around the lakes
Same opening times as group garden.
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11 Harbidges Lane (part of Long Buckby Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Small secluded garden on 3 levels. Fishpond with waterfall, flower beds, shrubs, wild garden for butterflies and wildlife
Same opening times as group garden.
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Harpole Gardens, Harpole, Northamptonshire
Partly walled S-facing garden with herbaceous borders, many climbing roses and clematis. Old fashioned English garden with large lawns and mature trees. Informal garden with a variety of plants, shrubs, climbers, alpines and grasses and some mature trees and a small, well stocked garden with pond and mixed borders. Lovely flower arranger's garden on an estate, cultivated by the present owners since 1975. Large lawn with shrubs and mixed borders with lovely views overlooking the farm and strawberry field and walled secret garden with wall sculptures and small water feature
Sun 20 June (12-6).
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7 High Stack (part of Long Buckby Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Cottage garden on 2 levels, established over 11 yrs. Mixed borders, vegetables and fruit, pond, patio and seating area. Gravelled front garden with perennial planting
Same opening times as group garden.
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67-69 High Street (part of Finedon Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Constantly evolving 1/3acre rear od C17 cottage (not open). Mixed borders, obelisks and containers, kitchen garden herb bed. Rope border, spring garden, snowdrops and hellebores. Late summer borders, giving varied interest from February until October
Visitors also welcome by appointment See separate entry
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11 High Street (part of Spratton Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Small and compact, making full use of a difficult shape. Neat hedging and topiary
Same opening times as group garden.
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67-69 High Street, Finedon, Northamptonshire
Constantly evolving, 1/3-acre rear garden of C17 cottage (not open). Mixed borders, obelisks and containers, kitchen garden and herb bed. Rope border, spring garden, snowdrops and hellebores, late summer borders giving varied interest from Feb through to Oct
Evening Openings wine, Thurs 10, 17 June (5-9). Visitors also welcome by appointment Feb to Sept, groups 4+, coaches welcome
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Hill Grounds, Evenley, Northamptonshire
Plantsman's garden of 2 acres, surrounded by C19 200yd yew hedge. Planted for yr-round interest with bulbs at all seasons, terrace with pots, 4 pergolas, one laden with roses, many late clematis and double herbaceous borders. Millenium 'arborette' encouraging colonies of British flora
Visitors welcome by appointment groups & individuals welcome. Large coaches must park in village

Hilltop (part of Badby and Newnham Gardens group), Newnham, Northamptonshire
3-acre site constantly evolving now with a large vegetable garden with room for a ‘cutting garden' Whilst still a spring garden we are extending interest into late summer with annuals which have now become a bit of an obsession. There are views, vistas and a great feeling of tranquility
Same opening times as group garden.
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Holly House (part of Charlton Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Walled garden with beautiful views. Kitchen garden. C18 house, not open
Same opening times as group garden.
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Home Close (part of Weedon Lois & Weston Gardens group), Northamptonshire
2-acre garden estabished over last 10 yrs. Informal cottage garden surrounding stone barn conversion. Meadow, ponds and small spinney, vegetable garden, herbaceous borders. Living willow arbour
Visitors also welcome by appointment in June & July
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Home Farm House (part of Charlton Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Paved courtyard with tubs, containers and climbers. Walled garden with roses and clematis, herbaceous border and fruit garden
Same opening times as group garden.
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The House on the Green (part of Litchborough Spring Gardens group), Northamptonshire
1/3-acre cottage garden with well, summerhouse, water feature, variety of trees, roses and shrubs, vegetables and soft fruit, walled herb garden and patio
Same opening times as group garden.
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Sun 9 May (1-5)
Islip Gardens, Nr Kettering, Northamptonshire
Charming collection of C17/18 stone cottages under thatched, pantiles & slate roofs. C15 church. Islip is listed in the Domesday Book and has prehistoric, Roman & Anglo Saxon sites. 3 lovely gardens from ever-changing front and rear gardens with colourful mix of shrubs to a split level garden with apple and pear trees. Plantsman's small garden to the rear of a late Georgian cottage with a collection of clematis, hellebores and Japanese acers. A little something for every taste.
Badgers : Small plantswoman's garden at rear of late Georgian cottage. Collections of clematis, hellebores and Japanese acers. Dense planting of mixed borders for year-round interest. Pond and patio plantings * Visitors also welcome by appointment all year except June
 

4 Kiln Lane (part of Litchborough Gardens group), Northamptonshire
300yr-old cottage (not open) with modern cottage garden. Developed over 10yrs following levelling, terracing and hard landscaping incl the construction of 2 ponds, retaining existing trees and shrubs
Same opening times as group garden.
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Kilsby Gardens, Northamptonshire
Kilsby is a stone and brick village with historic interest, home of St Faith's Church dating from the C12 and 2 public houses. Heritage trail. The village was the site of one of the first skirmishes of the Civil War in 1642 and also gave its name to Stephenson's nearby lengthy rail tunnel built in the 1830s. 5 lovely gardens set in the village of Kilsby. 3 small gardens offering a lovely mix of features incl ponds, courtyard, soft fruit bushes and mixed flower borders. Medium-sized country garden with open aspect, mature trees and shrubs. Herbaceous borders, seating area, secluded courtyard, climbing roses and colourful pots plus a garden downsized to ½ acre being developed and reshaped. While creating the herbaceous border a C19 reservoir was discovered. Many of the gardens open on alternate years, so there is always something new to see and plants for sale. Visitors have commented on the friendly welcome and helpful conversations with a number coming back every year. Do join them and see for yourselves
Sun 13 June (1-5).
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Ladycroft (part of Preston Capes Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Contemporary garden, planted since 2005 for yr-round interest, on exposed site with fine views
Same opening times as group garden.
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Langdale House (part of Preston Capes Gardens group), Northamptonshire
1-acre country garden with far reaching views designed and maintained by the owners featuring a wide range of foliage plants for sun and shade, chosen for yr-round interest. Semi-formal wildlife pond, vegetable potager, Mediterranean gravel bed plus herbaceous borders and island beds with perennials, shrubs and grasses
Same opening times as group garden

The Lilacs (part of Badby and Newnham Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Medium sized walled cottage garden partly terraced, lawn, mixed borders, vegetables and orchard
Same opening times as group garden.
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Lime House (part of West Haddon Gardens group), Northamptonshire
½-acre walled garden with rockeries, herbaceous borders, walk-through shrubbery, rose beds, croquet lawn. Summerhouse, patio with greenhouse and a variety of garden statues and ornaments
Visitors also welcome by appointment June, July & Aug
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Sun 27 June (2-6)
Litchborough Gardens, Litchborough, Northamptonshire
A small attractive ironstone village within conservation area, listed buildings and C13 church. 6 gardens of diverse size and interest. Lawns, ornamental lakes with rhododendrons and azaleas. Cottage garden with well, summerhouse and walled herb garden. 300yr-old cottage with modern cottage garden developed over the past 10yrs, landscape architects' country garden designed for low maintenance, mixed terrace garden with some work still in progress. Wildlife pond and patio with pots and containers and a small garden with shrubs, rockery and productive vegetable garden.
Abbots Lea - Lawn with surrounding flower beds.

Sun 11 Apr (2-6)
Litchborough Spring Gardens, Northamptonshire
4 gardens of diverse size and interest. Large garden with parkland views and woodland walk with lovely bulbs. Landscape architect's garden planted for low maintenence and large garden with ornamental lakes with rhododendrons and azaleas. Cottage garden with walled herb garden and water feature.
Bruyere Court : Three acres of landscaped garden. Lawns, two ornamental lakes with rock streams and fountain, shrubs, rhododendrons, azaleas and herbaceous borders, old-fashioned roses, ornamental trees and conifers.


Lois Weedon House (part of Weedon Lois & Weston Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Large garden with terraces and fine views, lawns, pergola, water garden, mature yew hedges, pond
Same opening times as group garden except 26 July.
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Sun 13 June (1-6)
Long Buckby Gardens, Northamptonshire
Five village gardens, with a variety of layout and planting, some on sloping sites. One fully organic garden, constructed using reclaimed materials. Selection of water features, pergolas and other garden structures. Variety of planting, incl annuals, herbaceous and shrubs. One large garden in the countryside, with large fruit and vegetable plot, wildlife areas, orchard, borders, wooded area and pond, with foundations of East Haddon windmill.
Ashmore House : Small enclosed garden with formal lawn, pool, mixed borders and unusual iron well-head separated by yew hedge from informal area with narrow gravel paths, tree arbour and bog garden with 'ruins'. Topiary and stilt-hedge.
45 Brington Road : 1/3-acre organic village garden designed to create haven of peace and harmony, home to unusual wildlife. Features include a rose walk, four varied water features, Victorian-style greenhouse and summerhouse surrounded by box-edged raised vegetable plots. All constructed from reclaimed materials. Army field kitchen which fed WW2 troops from France to Belgium.

30 Lowick Road (part of Islip Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Ever changing front and rear garden to semi-detached house. Colourful mix of shrubs, flowers and azaleas all complemented by a pond
Same opening times as group garden.
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Lyveden New Bield, Oundle, Northamptonshire
One of England's oldest garden landscapes, abandoned in 1605 after family involvement in the Gunpowder Plot, Lyveden still retains original terraces, prospect mounts, canals and the impressive garden lodge built to symbolise the Treshams Catholic faith. Recently replanted 5-acre orchard of pre-C17 tree varieties
Sat 17, Sun 18 July (10.30-5).
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The Maltings, Clipston, Northamptonshire
¾ acre sloping plantsman's garden designed for all year interest by the present owner over more than 10 years. Many unusual plants, shrubs, old and new trees. Over 50 different clematis, wild garden walk, spring bulb area, over 20 different species roses, 2 ponds connected by a stream, bog garden, many different fruits and vegetables
Sat 3 (1-6), Sun 4, Mon 5 Apr; 3 May; Suns 20 June; 11 July (11-6). Evening Opening Thurs 17 June; 8 July (1-8). Visitors also welcome by appointment for groups 10+ all yr. Meals at village PH
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17 Manor Close (part of Harpole Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Small, well stocked garden with lawns, gravel areas, pond and mixed borders
Same opening times as group garden

19 Manor Close (part of Harpole Gardens group), Northamptonshire
40yds × 10yds flower arranger's garden on an estate, cultivated by present owners since 1975
Same opening times as group garden.
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Manor Cottage (part of Kilsby Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Small part-walled cottage garden with a vegetable area and some soft fruit bushes. There are two small lawns with mixed flower borders facing a C17 thatched cottage
Same opening times as group garden.
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Manor Farm (part of Islip Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Garden split into top and bottom. Lower garden comprises apple and pear trees, vegetable patch and flower border. Top garden has lawn on 2 levels, circular path and fish pond
Same opening times as group garden.
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3 Meadow Farm Close (part of Flore Spring Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Woodland garden planted with shade tolerant perennials. Spring planting around the house
Same opening times as group garden.
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4 Meadow Farm Close (part of Flore Spring Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Small garden densely planted for yr-round colour. Particularly pretty in spring
Same opening times as group garden.
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The Menagerie, Horton, Northamptonshire
Newly developed gardens set around C18 folly, with 2 delightful thatched arbours. Recently completed large formal walled garden with fountain, used for vegetables, fruit and cutting flowers. Recently extended exotic bog garden and native wetland area. Also rose garden, shrubberies, herbaceous borders and wild flower areas
Sun 27 June (2-6).
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71 Midland Road, Rushden, Northamptonshire
Unusually shaped terraced house garden extended by demolishing factory leaving 8ft high wall. Collection of clematis, Japanese maples, hemerocallis, hostas, bonsai and many plants packed to give a colourful effect. Summerhouse overlooks a pond containing many Koi carp to give a restful aspect
Visitors welcome by appointment from June to August, 2-4.30, not Mon or Wed
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The Mill (part of Badby and Newnham Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Extensive mixed garden with gravel garden and large borders, designed and planted by James Alexander-Sinclair. Woodland walk with a mixture of traditional and contemporary planting
Same opening times as group garden.
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Mill House (part of Long Buckby Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Over 1 acre in open countryside. Large fruit and vegetable plot with some old and rare varieties. Owner is Heritage Seed Library Guardian. Orchard, pergola, pond, grasses, hot garden, borders and shady areas. Foundations of East Haddon Windmill
Visitors also welcome by appointment June & July only
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Mill House (part of Ravensthorpe Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Over 1-acre in open countryside. Large vegetable and fruit area with some old and rare varieties. Owner is Heritage Seed Library Guardian. Orchard, pergola, pond, grasses, hot garden, borders and shady area. Foundations of windmill
Visitors also welcome by appointment

Millers (part of Harpole Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Old stone farmhouse (not open) with 1 acre of lawns and mixed borders, mainly shrubs, some mature trees, good views overlooking the farm and strawberry field
Same opening times as group garden.
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Moathouse Farm (part of Kilsby Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Small country garden on different levels. Small pond and courtyard
Same opening times as group garden.
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Sun 1 Aug (1-5)
Moulton Gardens, East Moulton, Northamptonshire
Moulton is a typical Northamptonshire village which has a distinctive character. There are many historic and visually interesting houses built from local stone. There are 9 beautiful gardens open to the east side of the village. These gardens vary from 3½ to ¼ acre. One garden incl a relaxing 2-acre woodland walk, another has the remains of a stream mill. Two gardens have only been re-established over the last 3yrs, but still are a blaze of colour, variety and interest. Overall, there is a good range of annual perennials, shrubs and fishponds, which will make an enjoyable and interesting visit. Dogs welcome at some gardens.
70 Ashley Lane : Long garden of ¼-acre including lavender border, patio, pergola, gravel area with herbs, pond, lawn surrounded by mature shrubs and trees. Large vegetable area and wild area with fruit trees. Summerhouse overlooking wild flower meadow.
Birch's Back Yard : Structured garden with water features, shrubs and trees.

Mulberry Cottage (part of Spratton Gardens group), Northamptonshire
½-acre part cottage-style. Feature mulberry tree, lawns, herbaceous, rose and shrub borders, shady planting and water features
Visitors also welcome by appointment from April to July, groups 10+, £2.50 ea, refreshments available
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Sun 13 June (1-6)
Naseby Gardens, Northamptonshire
An historic battle village set in lovely rolling countryside and the site of the source of the R Avon. Several interesting Victorian and earlier buildings, monuments and viewing platforms relating to the famous battle of 1645. Fabulous mature garden with views over open fields. Large cottage style garden with unusual herbaceous plants, Victorian cottage garden with pond and original well and a lovely garden with perennial borders and ornamental vegetable areas, large country garden with long shaded paths, eventually opening to a large natural pond, complete with duck island.
Avon House : Typical country garden with trees, winding paths, large pond with duck island
Same opening times as group garden.

Newhall Farm (part of Naseby Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Large cottage style garden with unusual herbaceous plants
Same opening times as group garden.
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3 Newlands (part of Naseby Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Victorian cottage garden with perennial borders, pond and original well
Same opening times as group garden.
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North Farm (part of Preston Capes Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Rural farmhouse garden maintained by owners. Outstanding view towards Fawsley and High Wood
Same opening times as group garden.
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Nortoft Grange (part of Guilsborough Spring Gardens group), Northamptonshire
We are fanatical gardeners! With glorious borders, fantastic views, a wildflower meadow, a pond where you can feed large carp and a well stocked plant stall, you will not be disappointed
Same opening times as group garden.
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Now & Then (part of Naseby Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Cottage garden with large perennial border and ornamental vegetable areas, feature of delphiniums
Same opening times as group garden

Oak Dene (part of Guilsborough Spring Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Small encl cottage garden with interesting trees and a variety of foliage. Vast array of plants, grasses and flowers for yr-round colour. A good example of what can be achieved in a small space
Same opening times as group garden.
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Oaklands (part of Flore Spring Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Medium sized garden planted for spring colour with bulbs and shrubs under a canopy of mature oak trees
Same opening times as group garden.
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Oatleys Hall (part of Turweston Gardens group), Northamptonshire
5-acre garden with woodland and pond. Formal terrace, lawn and swimming pool designed by James Alexander-Sinclair in 2008
Same opening times as group garden.
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The Old Bakery (part of Flore Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Maturing village garden designed in 2000 to incorporate terraces and practical spaces for both pleasure and relaxation. Planting ranges from the exotic to the unusual especially planting for shady sites. C19 gazebo houses a unique and growing collection of marble crowned Queen -Empresses with their rose and clematis namesakes. Vegetable garden
Same opening times as group garden.
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Old Barn (part of Weedon Lois & Weston Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Small plantsman's garden surrounding C18 barn overlooked by medieval church. Over 26yrs the garden has matured and reflects the owner's enthusiasm for hardy plants incl collections of campanula, euphorbia, geranium, clematis and roses. Unusual collection of perennial violas grown in clay pots
Visitors also welcome by appointment in June & July
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The Old Dairy (part of Harpole Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Walled secret garden based on 2 intersecting part circles. Small trees and shrubs are interspersed with cottage garden planting, wall sculptures and other artifacts together with a small water feature
Same opening times as group garden.
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The Old Forge House (part of Ravensthorpe Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Long sloping garden, desending to a secluded dell. Rose garden and long borders now in the third season of development. Courtyard, small natural woodland walk and views of surrounding rolling countryside
Same opening times as group garden.
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The Old House (part of Guilsborough Spring Gardens group), Northamptonshire
1-acre of lawns, herbaceous borders, spring flowers and walled kitchen garden. Additional woodland with wild flowers, paddocks and a wonderful view, enhanced by llamas, mares and foals
Same opening times as group garden.
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The Old Rectory (part of Great Brington Gardens group), Northamptonshire
3-acre garden with mature trees, yew hedging, formal rose garden, vegetable garden, flower borders and 1/3 acre orchard, secret garden
Same opening times as group garden.
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The Old Rectory, Brockhall, Brockhall, Northamptonshire
4½-acres being restored by the owners. Large sweeping lawns, very colourful flower cutting garden, woodland area, ½-acre working kitchen garden, 2 acre arboretum with many rare trees, pool garden being transformed into a walled rose garden, herbaceous borders, wildlife area and free range chickens
Sat 28, Sun 29 Aug (2-5.30). Visitors also welcome by appointment Min group 12+, July & Aug

The Old Rectory, Haselbech, Northamptonshire
1-acre garden set in 9 acres, incl tree plantations, with glorious unspoilt views, surrounding Georgian rectory (not open). Old walled garden, herbaceous borders, rose garden with clipped box hedge, yew and beech hedges. Small potager vegetable garden and interesting bog garden. Lovely planted terrace area overlooking lawn, ha-ha and magnificent trees. Spectacular daffodils in April, bluebells in May
Visitors welcome by appointment April to Sept. Coaches permitted. Groups 20+
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The Old Rectory, Sudborough, Northamptonshire
Classic 3-acre country garden with extensive herbaceous borders of unusual plants. Magnolias and cornus in spring, containers of bulbs and large plantings of tulips and daffodils, early rare hellebores. Formal rose circle and box edged potager designed by Rosemary Verey, woodland walk and pond alongside Harpers Brook
Sun 14 Mar (2-6); Sat 5 June (10-6) in conjunction with Marie Curie.
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The Old Vicarage (part of Guilsborough Spring Gardens group), Northamptonshire
1½-acre garden revitalised over the past 7 years. Colourful herbaceous borders with spring bulbs, especially tulips. Woodland areas, small pond, walled vegetable garden leading down to orchard in meadow
Same opening times as group garden.
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Old West Farm (part of Preston Capes Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Rural garden. Borders of interesting and unusual plants, roses and shrubs. Woodland area underplanted with shrubs. Exposed site with shelter planting, designed for easy upkeep. Raised vegetable garden
Visitors also welcome by appointment in June, groups 10+
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Orchard House (part of Litchborough Spring Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Landscape architects' country garden surrounding listed building (not open) designed for low maintenance. Orchard, pools, conservatory and working pump
Same opening times as group garden.
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Orchard House (part of Litchborough Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Landscape architects' country garden surrounding listed building (not open) designed for low maintenance. Orchard, pools, conservatory and working pump
Same opening times as group garden.
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72 Overstone Road (part of Moulton Gardens group), Northamptonshire
This ¼-acre garden has only been established for 3yrs, but is already florishing with a blend of shuubs, annual and perennial flowers, which have been planted to give maximum colour and variation within large beds. There is a large naturalised pond set in a contoured lawn with pergola and secret garden effect
Same opening times as group garden.
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Park House, Norton, Northamptonshire
5-acres, lawns leading down to lakes. Wonderful trees and shrubs incl many unusual species, herbaceous borders, heather beds, azaleas, roses and ¼m lakeside walk
Sun 9 May (2-5).
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2 Parnell Close (part of West Haddon Gardens group), Northamptonshire
1/5-acre 5yr old garden in modern development with cottage style borders, shrubs, vegetables, fruit trees, greenhouse and lawn. Remains of 400yr old hedge on part of boundary
Same opening times as group garden.
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Preston Capes Gardens, Daventry, Northamptonshire
Seven varied gardens in a beautiful south Northamptonshire ironstone village mostly with wonderful views. Gardens range from small contemporary to large extensive with woodland walk and ponds
Sun 6 June (12-5)

Pytchley House (part of Kilsby Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Garden downsized to ½-acre and being developed and re-shaped. 2 ponds, one a C19 reservoir discovered while creating a new herbaceous bed. Linked lawns with island beds. Vegetables in deep beds, fruit trees and soft fruit
Same opening times as group garden.
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Quarrybank House (part of Moulton Gardens group), Northamptonshire
1-acre of lawn, herbaceous borders, fishpond, orchard and woodland walk
Same opening times as group garden.
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Quiet Ways (part of Ravensthorpe Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Approx 1/3-acre. Garden has evolved to encourage wildlife with natural pond as shelter and feeding for birds and hedgehogs, work in progress for kitchen garden and outdoor room with woodburner. Many shrubs and herbaceous borders
Same opening times as group garden.
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Rainbow's End (part of Kilsby Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Small garden, large pond, quirky features
Same opening times as group garden.
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Ravensthorpe Gardens, Ravensthorpe, Northamptonshire
Attractive villlage in Northamptonshire uplands near to Ravensthorpe reservoir which has bird watching and picnic opportunities. Five very different established and developing gardens set in beautiful countryside displaying a wide range of plants, many of which are available from the Nursery, offering inspirational planting, quiet contemplation, beautiful views, gardens encouraging wildlife, fruit and vegetable gardens owned by Heritage Seed Library Guardian, rose garden and woodland walk
Sun 11 July (2-6).
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Ravensthorpe Nursery (part of Ravensthorpe Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Approx ¾-acre garden planted with many unusual shrubs and herbaceous perennials over the last 20 or more yrs to reflect the wide range grown in the nursery. Shrub rose border underplanted with hardy geraniums. Beautiful views
Visitors also welcome by appointment except Mondays
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Ridgway House (part of Great Brington Gardens group), Northamptonshire
1½-acres. A blend of more formal areas, inc 2 rose gardens and orchard, and less formal herbaceous borders, many spring flowering shrubs and bulbs
Same opening times as group garden.
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Rose Cottage (part of Great Brington Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Evolving, small cottage garden. On approach notice the rose wall, berry fruit fence, gravel and shady pergola. Next note the small garden areas of shrub border, woodland, pond and sensory garden. There are tow espalier fence mini-orchard areas, a Mediterranean patio and kitchen garden. A new allotment area is in development
Same opening times as group garden.
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Rose Cottage (part of Aynho Gardens group), Northamptonshire
1-acre garden featuring formal area with rose garden and herbaceous border, S-facing terrace with grape vine, large pond and several fruit and nut trees
Same opening times as group garden.
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Rosebriar, Collyweston, Northamptonshire
The garden, which is on quite a steep slope, contains a variety of areas with alpine and grass beds, water feature with stream and bog garden, surrounded by herbaceous and shrub borders lavishly planted with exciting combinations, linked by gravel paths, patios and original sculptures
Sun 13 June (11-6). Visitors also welcome by appointment

Rosemount, Hollowell, Northamptonshire
½-acre plantsman's garden. Unusual plants and shrubs, alpine garden, fish pond, small collections of clematis, camellias and abutilons. New collections of echeveria and shrubby mimulas, many for sale. February opening features our collection of nearly 200 different snowdrops many hellebores and usual spring bulbs, some for sale
Sun 28 Feb (11-3); Sun 15 Aug (11-5). Visitors also welcome by appointment from 1 March to 31 Aug. Groups 10+
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16 Roundtown (part of Aynho Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Old-fashioned cottage garden with inner walled section, herbaceous borders, pond, roses, shrubs and fruit trees
Same opening times as group garden.
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Roundtown (part of Aynho Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Adjoining cottage gardens in an elevated position affording panoramic views of the Cherwell Valley
Same opening times as group garden.
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Sandy Hill Farm (part of Moulton Gardens group), Northamptonshire
½-acre enclosed garden with variety of mature trees and shrubs. Mainly perennial beds with some annual planting, surrounding house. 2-acre woodland walk with mown paths between young conifers and native series
Visitors also welcome by appointment.
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Shakespeares Cottage (part of Badby and Newnham Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Small garden surrounding C18 thatched stone-built cottage, lovingly recliamed by present owners after many yrs of neglect. Raised beds of Hornton stone, sloping lawn to rear, mixed borders. Flagstone, terracotta and graveled seating areas with colourful pots. Modern figurative sculptures
Same opening times as group garden.
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The Shambles (part of Bulwick Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Herbaceous plants, many containers, vegetable garden with fruit and original village well, lawns, hedges and stone walls
Same opening times as group garden.
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Spratton Gardens, Spratton, Northamptonshire
The old part of the picturesque village has many late C17 stone built houses and turn of the C19/20 brick-built ones. These line the route between the seven inner village gardens, which are of a very varied nature. One is more formal with courtyard, walled garden and orchard, another a natural stream and pond, one has a 300yr old Holm (evergreen) oak. 3 gardens are cottage-style, with one well-stocked with tulips. Many interesting shrubs with good use of foliage colour. 3 gardens show how much can be made of a small area. Several gardens have fine views over rolling agricultural countryside. The garden outside of the village centre was created from a farm and at 2-acres is the largest. Natural pond, bog garden and beautiful courtyard where once cows stood. One of the gardens will be hosting a massive plant sale
Sun 9 May (11-5).
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Spratton Grange Farm (part of Spratton Gardens group), Northamptonshire
2-acre garden in an elevated position with superb country views, courtyard, parterre and large walled area with mature borders. A naturally fed pond with bog garden leading to a small spinney
Same opening times as group garden.
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31 Spring Lane (part of Flore Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Small constantly changing garden. Another area has been cleared this year to create a new archway planted with shade loving plants leading to mixed herbaceous planting and terrace
Same opening times as group garden.
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33 Spring Lane (part of Flore Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Small garden with herbaceous flower beds, fruit trees and a vegetable and herb area
Same opening times as group garden

The Stables (part of Spratton Gardens group), Northamptonshire
A plant lover's garden of approx ¾-acre with trees and a wide variety of shrubs and herbaceous perennials in areas of differing character, scree planting, rockery, stream, ponds, pergola and vegetable garden
Same opening times as group garden.
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The Stables (part of Great Brington Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Small cottage garden containing shrubs, herbaceous plants and climbers. Compact and unusual shape with water feature and summer house
Same opening times as group garden.
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Stone Cottage (part of Flore Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Informal cottage garden set in approx 1/5acre arranged over several levels with patio, lawn, pond, fruit, vegetables and garden room
Same opening times as group garden.
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The Nymph's Rose Garden (formally) Roseanns Rose Garden, Moulton, Northamptonshire
Mature garden set mostly to roses, over 350 bushes, many different. Several small enclosed areas, fish ponds, gazebos, arbours with rose covered arches, several small and unusual trees incl small pine trees
Sun 27 June (11-5).
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Thimble Hall, Northamptonshire
Small garden divided into small rooms with some unusual plants. Wildlife pond, barn owls on display, garden shop
Visitors welcome by appointment daily from 15 May to 31 July
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11 Thrapston Road (part of Finedon Gardens group), Northamptonshire
1/5-acre cottage garden with lawns and mixed borders, gravel and paved seating areas with planters and water features. Pergola, rose arches, summer house and tree house. Mixed vegetable plot, soft fruit and apple trees
Same opening times as group garden.
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Tile House Farm, Finmere, Northamptonshire
¾-acre farmhouse garden with a cottage garden atmosphere. Herbaceous beds, kitchen garden with raised beds, pond and gravel garden. Adjacent nursery
Suns 30 May; 12 Sept (2-6). Visitors also welcome by appointment.
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Titchmarsh House, Northamptonshire
4½ acres extended and laid out since 1972. Cherries, magnolias, herbaceous, irises, shrub roses, range of unusual shrubs, walled borders and ornamental vegetable garden
Sun 23 May (2-6); Sat 12 June (12-5). Visitors also welcome by appointment from April to mid June
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Tivy Farm (part of Litchborough Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Lawn sloping down to large wildlife pond surrounded by beautiful trees. Patio with lovely pots and containers
Same opening times as group garden.
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Top Lodge, Glendon, nr Kettering, Northamptonshire
1½-acre garden which is full of pleasant surprises around every corner. Large collection of plants, some rare and unusual shrubs plus a good selection of climbing roses and clematis. Woodland area, pond with stream and waterfalls, gravel, secluded garden and a children's garden
Sun 13 June (1.30-5.30). Visitors also welcome by appointment May to July, coaches welcome

Torch Hill Bungalow (part of Ravensthorpe Gardens group), Northamptonshire
1-acre low maintainance relaxing lawn area dotted with specimen trees. Large spring fed wildlife pond and interesting shrubbery surrounded by natural hedges and views over open countryside
Same opening times as group garden.
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Torestin (part of Long Buckby Gardens group), Northamptonshire
1/3-acre mature garden divided into 3 separate areas incorporating water features, rockeries and pergolas. Interesting perennials, clematis and roses
Same opening times as group garden.
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51 Towcester Road (part of Litchborough Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Small council house garden featuring, shrubs, rockery and productive vegetable garden
Same opening times as group garden.
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Townley Barn (part of West Haddon Gardens group), Northamptonshire
1-acre organic garden with wild flower meadow, kitchen garden, stream, waterfall, pond, shrubs, flowers and peaceful inner courtyard. Beautiful views over meadow
Visitors also welcome by appointment May, June & July
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Trifidia (part of Badby and Newnham Gardens group), Northamptonshire
Medium-sized country garden with internal yew and beech hedges enclosing mixed borders. Some interesting plants, clipped yews, shady border, pond, vegetable garden and conservatory
Same opening times as group garden.
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Turweston Gardens, Brackley, Northamptonshire
Charming unspoilt stone built village in a conservation area. 3 quite large beautiful gardens. The Mill with bridges over the river and a spectacular waterfall, wildlife pond and newly designed kitchen garden. A 3-acre plantsman's garden with old stonewalls and terraces, pergola, pond and small water garden. 5-acre garden with woodland and pond. Formal terrace and swimming pool area designed by James Alexander-Sinclair in 2008
Sun 23 May (2-5.30).
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Turweston Mill (part of Turweston Gardens group), Northamptonshire
5-acre beautifully designed garden making full use of the mill stream wi