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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

To mark 100 years of the National Garden Scheme, artist Matthew Rice has designed a beautiful collection of NGS-themed homeware. Each product sold helps support the vital nursing, health and community causes funded by the National Garden Scheme. Full collection: ngs.org.uk/product-cate...

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Applications for the National Garden Scheme 2027 Community Garden Grants – generously supported by the Julia Rausing Trust – opened today, Tues 29 Sept and run until Fri 30 Oct, 2026. Only the first 300 eligible applications will be considered. Details: buff.ly/f2CxpXu #CommunityGardening

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Gloucestershire has had its last NGS open day but there are still gardens you can visit by arrangement. Cotswold Farm (all year) Brockworth Court (April–October) Wicks Green Farm (April–October) Please contact the garden owner to discuss. ngs.org.uk/gloucestersh... 📸 Cotswold Farm

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Explore a classic Cotswold country garden on Wednesday Sept 16 when the Lords of the Manor Hotel, Upper Slaughter, opens for the National Garden Scheme. Feature include a walled, herb and bog gardens. Open 10-3pm, entry £8, children £5. Details: buff.ly/6690kFg #Cotswolds #OpenGarden

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

We've our last two open garden dates this week. Weds Sept 16 - Lords of the Manor Hotel in Upper Slaughter. Mixed borders, herbs and bog garden. Open 10-3pm. Sun Sept 20 - The Manor, Little Compton. An Arts and Crafts garden. Open 1-5pm. Details: ngs.org.uk #OpenGardens #Cotswolds

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

The deadline for our Big British Garden Survey is in less than three weeks! Record the wildlife in your garden to help generate valuable insights into how our gardens support nature. The survey runs until Wednesday 30 September. Full details: ngs.org.uk/take-part-in...

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

With several themed 'garden rooms', there's plenty to see at the Arts and Crafts garden at The Manor, Little Compton. Croquet, golf and tennis free to play. Picnics, dogs and children welcome. Open Sun Sept 20, 1-5pm. Entry £6. Teas available. Details: buff.ly/x5RvS2P #opengarden #cotswolds

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Explore the unusual garden at Brockworth Court, near Gloucester, this weekend. The different styles complement the varied facades of the period manor house. There's also a Monet-inspired pool and bridge. Open 2-5.30pm, Sun Sept 6. Entry £6. Details: buff.ly/tIEzeYz #Gloucestershire #OpenGarden

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

The beautiful Arts and Crafts garden at Cotswold Farm, Duntisbourne Abbots, opens for the National Garden Scheme this weekend. Explore the varied planting and enjoy the long views. It's open from 2-5pm on Sat and Sun, Sept 5 and 6. Entry is £7.50. Details: buff.ly/YjnsVpp #cotswolds #OpenGarden

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Don't miss the last 2026 opening of the garden at Trench Hill. It's open from 11-6pm today (Mon Aug 31). A country garden at Sheepscombe, it has wonderful views, ponds and varied planting. There will be refreshments available. Entry is £5. Details: buff.ly/9JfBaCN #opengarden #cotswolds

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

We've three contrasting gardens for you to explore this week. Tomorrow (Mon Aug 31), Trench Hill, Sheepscombe. Open 11-6pm. Cotswold Farm, Duntisbourne Abbots, opens Sat Sept 5 & Sun Sept 6, 2-5pm. Also Sept 6, Brockworth Court near Gloucester, open 2-5.30pm. Details: ngs.org.uk #Cotswolds

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

We were delighted to receive a cheque for £760 from Richmond Villages Painswick after their 2026 open days. The lovely garden raised £360 and this was matched by BUPA. The money will go to the nursing and healthcare charities we support. #Cotswolds #NationalGardenScheme

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Created with the tropical landscapes of the Caribbean in mind, Tree Hill in Winchcombe is opening on Sunday 30 August. The garden is densely planted, with bananas, cannas, tree ferns and more jostling for light. Open 11am–4pm, admission £4. Full details: findagarden.ngs.org.uk/garden/36463...

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

The country house gardens of Charlton Down House in Tetbury are open on Thursday 27 August. Highlights include formal terraces, perennial borders, walled topiary garden and glasshouse. Open 1–5pm, admission £7. Light refreshments available, cash preferred. Full details: ngs.org.uk/gardens/char...

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

There are two gardens in Gloucestershire open this week for the National Garden Scheme. Thursday 27 August – Charlton Down House, Tetbury Sunday 30 August – Trench Hill, Sheepscombe Full details on the website: ngs.org.uk

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Take part in our garden survey and help reveal the hidden wildlife in your garden this summer. We’ve teamed up with the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (UKCEH), a world leading independent research institute and leader in community science research. Visit buff.ly/I9VwzJQ for details. #Wildlife

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Enjoy some late summer colour when Bourton House opens for the National Garden Scheme on Sun Aug 23. The garden at Bourton-on-the-Hill has colour-themed planting, unusual exotic plants, and creative pots. Open 10-5pm, £10. Refreshments available. Details: buff.ly/TvP8VJY #Cotswolds #OpenGarden

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

The extensive garden at Charlton Down House are open for you to explore on Thurs Aug 20. A walled cutting garden, perennial borders, topiary and formal terraces make up this garden near Tetbury. Open 1-5pm,entry £7. Teas available, cash preferred. Details: buff.ly/1ZHJPjQ #OpenGardens #Cotswolds

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

We've a couple of lovely gardens open this week. On Thurs Aug 20, it's Charlton Down House with extensive grounds that include a cutting garden. Sun Aug 23 sees Bourton House, Bourton-on-the-Hill open for the National Garden Scheme. Expect unusual planting. Details: www.ngs.org.uk #Cotswolds

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Stanway Fountain & Water Garden near Cheltenham is open on Sunday 16 August. The garden features Britain’s highest fountain, which runs for 30 minutes at 2.45pm and 4pm. Open 2–5pm, admission £7 adults/£3 children. NGS entry to garden only. Details: ngs.org.uk/gardens/stan...

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

A new NGS opening, Frog Lane Flower Farm near Dursley is open on Sunday 16 August. The flower farm grows chemical-free flowers, with beds of both perennials and annuals, and supplies florists, wholesalers and private clients. Open 11am–4pm, admission £6. Details: ngs.org.uk/gardens/frog...

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

The varied gardens of Richmond Villages Painswick are open tomorrow, Thursday 13 August. The retirement village includes a mix of herbaceous perennials and shrubs and other areas of interest. Open 10am–3pm, admission £5. Refreshments available. Details: ngs.org.uk/gardens/rich...

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

The country house gardens of Charlton Down House in Tetbury are open on Thursday 13 August. Highlights include formal terraces, perennial borders, walled topiary garden and glasshouse. Open 1–5pm, admission £7. Light refreshments available. Full details: ngs.org.uk/gardens/char...

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

The beautiful gardens at Kiftsgate Court open for the National Garden Scheme on Mon August 10. Discover unusual plants and enjoy fabulous views at this garden near Chipping Campden. Open 12-6pm, entry £12.50 adults, £5 children. Details: buff.ly/1qBfO6T #Cotswolds #OpenGarden #NationalGardenSchem

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Don't forget there's the chance to explore the beautiful and productive Kitchen Garden at Thyme, Southrop, tomorrow, Weds August 5. It opens for the National Garden Scheme from 11-4pm and entry is £10. Details: buff.ly/kgIE4pZ #OpenGarden #Cotswolds #NationalGardenScheme

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

The beautiful and productive kitchen garden at Thyme opens for the National Garden Scheme on Weds August 5. Fruit, vegetables and flowers are grown here for the hotel in Southrop, near Lechlade. Open 11-4pm, entry is £10. More details on the website: buff.ly/kgIE4pZ #Cotswolds #OpenGarden

A wigwam with runner beans on it with a greenhouse in the background.

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Westonbirt School Gardens in Tetbury is open on Sunday 2 August. The former private garden of Robert Holford, founder of Westonbirt Arboretum, it includes a walled Italian garden with exotic border and rustic walks. Open 11am–4pm, admission £7.50. Details: ngs.org.uk/gardens/west...

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

There are two gardens in Gloucestershire open this week for the National Garden Scheme. Sunday 2 August – Highnam Court, Gloucester Sunday 2 August – Westonbirt School Gardens, Tetbury Full details on the website: ngs.org.uk

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

These sunny days are perfect for a garden party so why not host one in aid of The National Garden Scheme? Simply invite some friends around in return for donations to help some of the UK'S best loved healthcare charities. Details: buff.ly/P06bQ9y 📷Sussie Bell, Selina Lake, Talking Tables

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

A heads up that Westonbirt School Gardens, which were due to open on August 9, will now open on August 2. This will be from 11-4pm with entry at ££7.50. There will be refreshments avaiable. More details on the website: buff.ly/dy7XMnl #Cotswolds #OpenGardens @ngsopengardens.bsky.social

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

The walled cutting garden at Charlton Down House is just one of the features of this lovely country garden. The garden near Tetbury also has topiary, formal borders and a small woodland. Open Thurs July 23, 1-5pm, entry £7. Details: buff.ly/vCrAAUd #cotswolds #OpenGarden #NationalGardenScheme

Border filled with cosmos and roses with large glasshouse in the background.

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

The varied gardens of Richmond Villages Painswick are open on Thursday 16 July. The retirement village includes a mix of herbaceous perennials and shrubs and other areas of interest including a wildflower meadow. Open 10am–3pm, admission £5. Details: ngs.org.uk/gardens/rich...

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

The extensive country gardens of Charlton Down House in Tetbury are open on Thursday 16 July. The formal terraces, perennial borders, topiary garden, cut flower garden and large glasshouse will all be open to explore. Open 1–5pm, admission £7. Full details: ngs.org.uk/gardens/char...

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

A feature on Gardeners' World in 2024, The Stables in Swindon Village, Cheltenham, is open on Wednesday 15 July. The garden is inspired by the work of Piet Oudolf and consists of large perennial beds. Open 12–4pm, admission £6. Full details on the website: ngs.org.uk/gardens/the-...

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

The following gardens in Gloucestershire are open this week. Wednesday 15 July – The Stables, Cheltenham Thursday 16 July – Charlton Down House, Tetbury Thursday 16 July – Richmond Villages Painswick Friday 17 July – The Garden at Miserden, Stroud Full details on the website: ngs.org.uk

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

It’s not just the visitors who are loving the flowers on our @ngsopengardens.bsky.social stand at #RHSBadminton Do call in if you’re at the show this weekend. #UKGardening #cotswolds

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Flowers and views, there's so much to enjoy at Trench Hill. This garden at Sheepscombe opens on Sunday July 12 offering mixed borders, woodland, ponds, sculptures and vegetables. Open 11-6pm. Entry £5. Homemade teas available. Details on the website: buff.ly/oHKEzDF #OpenGarden #Cotswolds

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

We're delighted that our stand publicising the work of @ngsopengardens.bsky.social found favour with RHS judges. We're at RHS Badminton all week. Do call in if you're visiting. #RHSBadminton #NationalGardenScheme #gardening #Cotswolds

Volunteer holding up a certificate on a stand decorated with yellow National Garden Scheme posters.

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Stunning views are just one of the features of Westaway, which opens on Saturday July 11. This hillside garden at Cleeve Hill also has mixed borders, a bog garden, orchard and wildflowers. Open 11-4pm, entry £6. Homemade teas available. Details: buff.ly/vbCkB5G #OpenGarden #Cotswolds

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Rose Farm, one of this season's new members of the National Garden Scheme, has its second open day on Saturday July 11. The garden at Woodmancote, Cheltenham, has mixed borders, wildflower meadows, and vegetables. Open 11-4pm, entry £4. Details: buff.ly/txjWNfJ #OpenGarden #Cotswolds

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Going to RHS Badminton? Do call in and see us. Volunteers from across our SW groups will be at the show every day to talk about @ngsopengardens.bsky.social and how the money we raise helps charities. #UKGardening #NationalGardenScheme #RHSBadminton

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

We've an open garden with a difference on Sat July 11 when HMP Leyhill, Wotton-under-Edge, shows off its flowers and veg. Open 9.30-3.30pm. Guided tour, over 18s only. Tickets must be pre-booked. Photo ID needed for entry. Cameras and phones not permitted. Details: buff.ly/mcNj1vK #gardens

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Explore the beautiful eight-acre garden at Rockcliffe, Upper Slaughter, when it opens on Weds July 8. This traditional English space has many features, including topiary, colour-themed borders, roses and a large, walled kitchen garden. Open 10-5pm, entry is £8. Details: buff.ly/RxeegoH #Cotswolds

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

We've some really varied gardens open this week. Weds July 8 Rockcliffe, near Upper Slaughter Sat July 11 HMP Leyhill (tickets must be pre-booked) Rose Farm, Woodmancote, Cheltenham Westaway, Cleeve Hill Sun July 12 Trench Hill, Sheepscombe Details: ww.ngs.org.uk #OpenGardens #Cotswolds

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

That’s the cut flower garden. The walled topiary garden is elsewhere.

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

Charlton Down House in Tetbury is open on Thursday 2 July. The extensive gardens are in a 180-acre estate and include formal terraces, perennial borders, walled topiary garden, cut flower garden and large glasshouse. Open 1–5pm, admission £7. Full details: ngs.org.uk/gardens/char...

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

The following gardens in Gloucestershire are open this week for the National Garden Scheme. Thursday 2 July – Charlton Down House, Tetbury Sunday 5 July – Woodchester Park, Nympsfield Full details on the website: ngs.org.uk

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Little Orchard at Kempley is a four-acre garden that has varied planting and countryside views. Features include a roses, mixed borders, cottage garden planting, ponds, orchard, woodland and wildflowers. Open Sun June 28, 1-5pm. Entry £5. Details buff.ly/nm6RoGG #OpenGarden #NationalGardenScheme

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

There's plenty to explore at Langford Downs Farm garden near Lechlade. Features include a large pond, a cut flower and vegetable garden, hedges with 'windows' and arches, mixed borders and lots of trees. Open Sun June 28, 1-5pm. Entry £7. Cash only. Details: buff.ly/1OfjSy2 #OpenGarden #Cotswolds

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Gloucestershire National Garden Scheme @glosngs.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

We've four gardens brimming with inspiration opening in Churchdown. Varied in both size and style they include borders planted for year-round interest, vegetables, roses, shrubs, grasses and scented plants. Open Sun June 28, 12-5pm. Combined entry £6. Details: buff.ly/W2QGuuA #OpenGardens

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