Brief Description
Blakenham Woodland Garden is a combination of traditional English Woodland and many exotic trees, shrubs and fowers planted over a period of 60 years.
History
The site was bought in 1951 by John Hare, MP. He cleared the side creating glades and paths throughout the wood. He collected many interesting plants from far and near, establishing many interesting specimens including from the garden at Bodnant, from Eric Savill at Windsor and the RHS.
Visitor Facilities
Open from 1st March to 31st July 10am to 5pm Donation: adults £3 children £1.50 Tel: 07760 342131.- Features
Style
- Informal
Earthwork, Designed Route, Building, Structure
- Access & Directions
Access Contact Details
Open from 1st March to 31st July 10am to 5pm Donation: adults £3 children £1.50 Tel: 07760 342131.Directions
From A14 at junction 52 proceed in the direction of Bramford. Ignore first right to Great Blakenham. 200 yards after dual carriagway ends take right turn up Pound Lane. Turn right at T junction at top. Blakenham Woodland Garden is on your right after the Little Blakenham sign.
- Authorities
Civil Parish
- Little Blakenham