The gardens are just over an hour’s drive from Cambridge
Spring is in full bloom and with the sun shining, it’s the perfect time to explore some scenic sights. There are many places that offer some pretty places to walk in the warmer weather.
One glorious place to visit for a delightful walk is Kathy Brown’s Garden in Stevington, Bedfordshire, which is just over an hour’s drive from Cambridge. The gardens are said to be “overflowing with bulbs and blossoms”, at this time of the year.
It is made up of four and a half acres, and has been over 30 years in the making. It was first created by Simon and Kathy Brown in 1991. The couple planned their garden out, firstly by planting a cottage-styled garden at the back of their home. It started with the planting of hostas, ferns and foxgloves in shady places, followed by flowering clematis and roses.
Over the years, the gardens grew and they have become a popular attraction to visit. The gardens are open to the public, but are only open for a limited time. The gardens are open on the following dates over the next few months:
May
- May 2
- May 4 (Bank Holiday Monday)
- May 5, 12, 19 and 26
- May 23
- May 25
June
- June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 (Tuesdays)
- June 20 (Charity open day for Guide Dogs)
- June 21 (Father’s Day)
- June 27 (Evening, bring your own picnic)
July
- July 7, 21 (Tuesdays)
- July 16 (Special event)
- July 18
August
- August 4, 11,18, 25 (Tuesdays)
- August 15
- August 20 (Special event)
- August 22
- August 31 (Bank Holiday Monday)
September
- September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 (Tuesdays)
- September 10 (Special event)
- September 12
Tea, coffee, squash, apple juice and Kathy’s homemade cakes are available to purchase on visits to the gardens. There is also a shop that sells gifts and books to inspire gardeners.
Free parking is available for visitors. The gardens cost £11 for adults to visit, £5.50 for children aged between four and 17 and entry is free for children under three years old.
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