The hidden hedged gardens of Warwick's Hill Close Gardens ...
are rare survivals of Victorian gardens once used by townsfolk living above their business to escape from the crowded town. Discover how owners came here after work or on Sundays to tend their plots or to relax.
Highlights of what's going on in Hill Close Gardens.Access Key: 1
Opening times and directionsAccess Key: 2
How to become a MemberAccess Key: 3
How to become a VolunteerAccess Key: 4
Find out what’s onAccess Key: 5
Venue hire at Hill Close GardensAccess Key: 6
Full contact details of who to contact and howAccess Key: 7
Award-Winning Guidebook
The Historic Gardens Foundation has awarded Hill Close Gardens the 2009 prize for the "Best Guidebook to Gardens in England and Wales". We are delighted. Thanks go to all those who were involved in its development and production. More>
The Gardens in August
If you are planning to visit the Gardens this month and would like to know what is looking at its best. More>
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Plant Nursery
The plant nursery is now open from 10.00 am to 2.00 pm every Wednesday through-out the year.
Hill Close Gardens
The Social History
These gardens are a very rare example of Victorian detached leisure gardens which were originally located on the outskirts of many towns. More>
The Restoration
Local people worked tirelessly to save Hill Close Gardens from destruction and redevelopment. The massive clearance and restoration effort that followed has created a site of national importance. More>
The Gardens Today
Today the Gardens are beautifully restored and have become a significant historic and educational amenity for the local population. More>
Hill Close Gardens Events 2010
- New for Schools, Plant Hunters Progranmmes
These progammes have been developed for Key Stages 1 and 2
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- Friday, 10 September, Gardener's Heritage Weekend Guided Walk
2.30 pm to 3.30 pm, no charge and free admission to the gardens
More> - Friday to Sunday, 10 - 12 September, Heritage Weekend
Friday and Sunday 2.00 pm to 5.00 pm, Saturday 11.00 am to 5.00 pm, admission free
More> - Saturday, 19 September, National Gardens Scheme Open Day
11.00 am to 5.00 pm, normal admission charges
More> - Friday, 24 September, Special Michaelmas Weekend Gardener's Guided Walk
2.30 pm to 3.30 pm, £2, normal admission charges - Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 24 - 26 September, Michaelmas Weekend
Saturday 11.00 am to 5.00 pm, Friday and Sunday 2.00 pm to 5.00 pm, normal admission charges
More> - Sunday, 17 October, Apple Day
10.30 am to 4.30 pm, normal admission charges
More> - Children's Garden Trails available every weekend when the gardens are open
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- Weekend openings 2010
The gardens will be open from Easter, April 2, until Saturday, 23 October.
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Opening times
Saturdays and Bank Holidays 11am - 5pm
Fridays and Sundays 2pm - 5pmAdmission Charges
Adults £3
Children up to 16 yrs and Members free
All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Apples at Hill Close Gardens
The collection of historic apples is one of the outstanding horticultural features at the Gardens. More>
Spring at Hill Close Gardens
In spring and early summer the fruit blossom and spring bulbs are at their best. More>
Summer at Hill Close Gardens
Summer is the time to see the prolific displays of flowers and buy produce grown by our gardeners. More>
Autumn at Hill Close Gardens
Early autumn is one of the best times to visit the gardens. See asters and chrysanthemums at their best. More>
Press Releases
Lammas (Loaf Mass) Day
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Volunteer Co-ordinator
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Autumn at Hill Close Gardens Full Story »
Job Opportunities
Hill Close Gardens Trust is seeking a qualified teacher to take on the role of Education Officer. This is a part-time position.
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Hill Close Gardens Trust is currently seeking two volunteers to take on the roles of Book Keeper and Property Manager.
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Introducing Hill Close Gardens
Rest inside the little brick summer houses and
listen to birdsong
Talk to the gardeners who tend the plots
Wander along the old paths and discover
16 individual plots
Discover unusual types of fruit and vegetables
from Victorian times
Find out how local people saved Hill Close Gardens
from destruction
Relax with tea and homemade cakes in our amazing
'green' Hill Close Centre
