Bretforton Open Gardens 2025 – A Blooming Day Out in the Cotswolds

Sunday, 1st June | 11:00am – 5:00pm
📍 Bretforton Manor & various village locations | WR11 7JH
🎟 £5.00 entry (Under 16s FREE)

Get ready for one of the most delightful days in the Cotswold gardening calendar – the Bretforton Open Gardens event returns on Sunday 1st June, and it's set to be more colourful and community-spirited than ever.

Hosted by the Bretforton Garden Club, this much-loved annual event invites visitors to explore a variety of beautiful private gardens nestled throughout the village. From quaint cottage plots bursting with blooms to evolving contemporary spaces, there’s something for every gardening enthusiast to admire. Highlights include wildlife-friendly ponds, creative arbours, raised vegetable beds, and the charming ‘Peace Garden’ at the village school.

🌱 What to Expect:

• Open Gardens (11am – 5pm): Pick up your ticket at Bretforton Manor or The Ark (opposite the village church) for just £5.00 (under 16s go free).
• Planter Competition: Enjoy unique and artistic planters displayed around the village as part of a fun community contest.
• Live Music & Entertainment: Relax in the gardens of Bretforton Manor with performances from Broadway Choir and talented local musicians.
• Delicious Refreshments: Homemade cakes, teas, and more will be available to keep you fuelled throughout the day.
• Plant Sale: Take home a little something for your own garden!
• Charity Raffle: Try your luck and support great local causes.
• Free Parking is available opposite Bretforton Manor, and a Hedgehog Bus will be running to help visitors get around easily.

Please note that some gardens may have uneven or gravel paths which may be challenging for wheelchair users, and unfortunately dogs are not permitted in the gardens.

🌟 Supporting Local Charities

A portion of the proceeds will benefit two important local charities chosen by Bretforton Garden Club:

• Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust
• Vale Wildlife Hospital and Rehabilitation Centre

After the gardens close, why not stay a little longer? Head to the historic Fleece Inn for a traditional Asparagus Auction, raising funds for St Leonard’s Church, Bretforton – a perfect way to end a quintessentially English day out.

For full details and updates, visit 👉 www.bretforton-gardenclub.co.uk

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