Open Gardens May 20th and 21st 2023
We have a fabulous range of gardens for you to see this year. From small and quirky, to steep, and flat and extensive. Many of the locations will be offering activities as well as an opportunity to wander around the garden and see what people are up to. Some of the events must be booked ahead of time. These are listed as events below. Click on each garden for a description, activities in the garden and directions.
Entry to all gardens and most activities is Free. All donations will go to the Wild Stroud Urban Corridor Project find out more. Refreshments will be available at some locations, please have cash for these. You can make donations online. See below.
The Gardens
Below is a short description of each garden. Click on any of the gardens to see more details. You will find a description of the garden, any activities provided and other open gardens or activities nearby. Explore below or download a pdf brochure.
Directions
We have provided a street address, a Google Maps link and What3words. Once close to the location look out for our flags and signs. Our flags have our logo on them and our signs will have the garden number on them.
Please note that is an unexpected problem with access to Garden #14 A Buzz in Woodchester – The property is on Covent Lane, and the access to Convent Lane from the Nailsworth/Inchbrook end will be closed. Please enter from the Woodchester end. We will put up lots of signs to help you find it.
Brochure 2023
Downloadable Brochure with live links
Support Us
Donate on the day or online. Thanks to all our gardeners
Gardens Open Saturday 20th May
These gardens are in and around Stroud Town and Bisley. Gardens 1 -5 are within walking distance of Central Stroud.
Garden #01. on Castle Street, Stroud
Saturday 20th May 10.00 – 13.00
Join in pond dipping, hoverfly lagoons, a talk on Understanding and Improving Soil and no-dig.
Garden #02. on Bisley Road, Stroud
Saturday 20th May 10.00 – 13.00
Join the Moth Reveal and enjoy a tranquil town garden with meadows and trees where everything is recycled.
Garden #03. on Bisley Old Road, Stroud
Saturday 20th May 14.00 – 17.00
Small ponds and a green sedum roof, and a mini woodland. Stunning views from the garden across the valley.
Garden #04. on Horns Road, Stroud
Saturday 20th May 14.00 – 17.00
A small garden home to at least 14 thriving micro ponds. Teeming with wildlife, flowers and veg.
Garden #05. at Springhill, Uplands
Saturday 20th May 14.00 -17.00
An ARK is an Area of Restorative Kindness – come and find out more…
Garden #06. on Shepherds Croft, Slad Road
Saturday 20th May 14.00 -17.00
With fabulous views across to Summer Street, this garden and the fields beyond are an important part of our Stroud Wildlife Urban Corridor project.
Garden #07. The Magic of Composting - Bisley
Saturday 20th May 14.00 and 16.00
Bookable talks. Join a master composter and find out how to compost…
Garden #08. at Westholme, Back Lane, Bisley
Saturday 20th May 14.00 -17.00
A wonderful rich mixture of habitats for wildlife with art and personal style.
Garden #09. the Churchyard
Saturday 20th May 14 -17.00
There’s a huge opportunity in churchyard to dedicate some space to nature. Wander around All Saints and see where they are starting to create habitats.
Gardens Open Sunday 21st May
These gardens are spread around the Stroud area. Click on each one to see a location map and directions. We have included in the details suggestions of other gardens you could combine with. For instance, 17 and 18 are both up on the edge of Minchinhampton Common and close to the ice cream factory.
Garden #10. off Foxmoor Lane, Ebley
Sunday 21st May 09.30 -13.00
We’re running a Moth Trap overnight in this amazing garden. Join us early to see the results and then enjoy a wander around the garden.
11. Hawkwood House
Sadly withdrawn
Garden #12. on Rodborough Avenue, Stroud
Sunday 21st May 10.00 – 13.00
This garden won the Wild Stroud Wildlife competition in 2020, and Dave has continued to add new features. Learn how to make a solitary bee home
Garden #13. on Coldwell Lane, Middleyard
Sunday 21st May 10.00 – 13.00
This wonderful eclectic garden is a must, a hidden gem. Children and adults will love seeing how household items have been recycled into wildlife homes. So much packed into a small space.
Garden #14. A Buzz in Woodchester
Sunday 21st May 10.00 & 11.30
Join one of our two talks on Bee Guardianship and explore this large low-maintenance garden. Cars must book – free Please note there is unexpected road closure from Inchbrook – click into details for more info
Garden #15. at Paganhill Community Group
Sunday 21st 14.00 – 16.00
Wild Fun at PCG. Hogstacle Course, pond dipping and a sunflower competition. Tea and cake Join us…
Garden #16. on Jack Russell Close, Stroud
Sunday 21st May 14.00 – 17.00
Just how much can you do for wildlife in a small front garden? Come and see and stay for a chat.
Garden #17. at Knoll House, Burleigh
Sunday 21st May 14.00 – 17.00
With so many areas enriched for wildlife, the standout feature in this garden has to be the natural swimming pond. Enjoy a mini embroidery exhibition of works inspired the garden.
Garden #18. at Greenmarley, Pinfarthings
Sunday 21st May 14.00 – 17.00
A garden of two halves, steep banks with poor soil leading down into thick clay. This brilliantly designed garden is well worth the visit. If you’d like to learn how to identify bees in your garden join GWT’s expert who will be onhand during the early afternoon to help you.
This year Stroud Town Council have kindly sponsored our new Open Garden flags and poles, our banner and our social media campaign. Thank you Town Council.