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2026 Out and About

March

Sunday 22nd March – Arley Hall Gardens & Plant Hunters Fair plant fair. There are still some places left – contact Helen to book.

Arley Hall Gardens – amongst the finest in Europe the Gardens have been created over the last 270 years by successive generations of the same family. With two distinct areas which include 8 acres of formal gardens, and 7 acres of Woodland Garden and children’s play area there is always something for everyone to enjoy.

May

Thursday 28th May – Dingle Nursery and Garden, Welshpool, Derwen Garden Centre and Wildgoose Nursery to include Tea and Cake. This is a chance to explore a little further afield and with plenty of retail opportunities!

For over 50 years, the Dingle Nurseries and Garden has been sourcing, growing and providing quality plants and trees. We proudly offer one of the UK’s most extensive ranges of plants, trees, and shrubs, all nurtured by our experienced team. Serving gardeners and landscapers across the UK, we offer a wide selection of plants, from alpine varieties to mature trees and rare shrubs. With personalized service and nationwide delivery, we provide quality plants to suit projects of any scale. We also welcome visitors to explore our RHS partner garden and enjoy a family-friendly day out surrounded by natural beauty.This internationally acclaimed, RHS partner garden at the Dingle is the lifetime work of Barbara and Roy Joseph. The 4.5 acre garden is run by her grandson Duncan and his wife Clare, with the support of the Joseph family and knowledgeable team at the adjoining nursery. Barbara has created a secluded and beautiful area within mid Wales’ rolling hills, which serves to inspire visitors all year round. The garden is especially well known for its colour-themed and unusual planting which includes lakeside, lawned and mixed bed areas that showcase a wide and unusual range of shrub, tree and herbaceous planting. The stream fed lake and the huge array of plant species make this sheltered dingle a haven for all types of wildlife. It offers a perfect opportunity to go bird-watching, take a relaxed stroll, entertain the children while they search out hiding places and dens, enjoy a picnic lunch, or simply gain inspiration for that next gardening idea.

The Derwen Garden Centre is a family run business, where we pride ourselves on our extensive range of plants, and on our knowledgeable staff who are always on hand to offer advice. Our relationship with the Dingle Nurseries means we are unique as a garden centre, having access to a huge range of plants (we can source almost anything – try us!), and at prices you just won’t believe. But, it doesn’t stop there, come and explore our themed gardens for some inspiration, leaving the kids to get lost in the maze. Our restaurant serves a range of local drinks alcoholic or not, with daily specials and homemade cakes, as well as a classic snack menu. The shop has something for everyone and anyone, from air cleaning house plants to woolly socks, and a range of quality sundries. Finally, call into the excellent Farm Shop on your way out grab some of the best local produce for dinner.

June

June 23rd – 26th. Holiday in conjunction with Stafford Garden Society and organised by Regent Travel. Includes visits to Coton Manor, RHS Hyde Hall, Beth Chatto Garden and Packwood House. Bookings and enquiries to Regent Travel. See brochure for details.

September

Thursday 17th September – Garden Organic Ryton & Avondale Nursery Baggington

Visitors to Ryton Gardens will be able to see all the key organic methods in practice.The garden is split into a number of different areas; the main part of the garden is a large four-bed vegetable garden, surrounding a glasshouse. We also have a container garden, ornamental garden showing planting for different conditions (including full and partial sun) and several biodiversity-friendly ponds.

Avondale Nursery and The Library Garden is a family-run business situated just outside Coventry. Here you will find rare and unusual perennial plants from spring until autumn, with extensive collections of Geum, Geranium, Crocosmia, Agapanthus, Salvia and Helenium. Plants on your wish list can be seen growing in our Library Garden when you visit. We’re happy to reserve plants for collection, and we also offer a limited mail order service on selected plants.