Introduction
Aysgarth Rockery is a picturesque alpine rockery built using blocks of limestone to create a rockscape and water feature. It was designed and built by James Backhouse of York. Reginald Farrer, an alpine specialist and plant hunter, is thought to have connections with the site.
Visitor Facilities
Please refer to http://www.heathercottage.co.uk/edwardian_rock_garden.htm- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
Access contact details
Open during daylight hours, free of charge.
Owners
Peter & Angela Jauneika
- History
Period
Early 20th Century (1901-1932)
- Associated People
- Features & Designations
Plant Environment
- Rock Garden
- Environment
- Key Information
Type
Rock Garden
Purpose
Ornamental Garden
Plant Environment
Rock Garden
Period
Early 20th Century (1901-1932)
Survival
Extant
Hectares
0.2
Open to the public
Yes
Civil Parish
Aysgarth