Fordcombe Open Gardens

Information about the event:

This year there are many gardens in Fordcombe for you to visit as a part of Hospice in the Weald Open Gardens scheme. Tickets can be bought on the day.

Date & Time:  Saturday 20th June, 2pm – 5pm

Admission: £5 Adults & £2 for under 16’s (covering all gardens)

Refreshments: Yes

Wheelchair access: Yes, apart from Hickmans Farm

Dogs allowed: Dogs on lead

Description: : On arrival, please head to Willow Barn, Poundsbridge Lane, Fordcombe TN3 0RN to gain your entry ticket. The garden tours will start at Willow Barn.

Willow Barn & Silcocks Farm

Poundsbridge Lane, Fordcombe, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN3 0RJ

Silcocks Farm gardens have been lovingly created from farmland over 55 years by the late owner, who received care at Hospice in the Weald. Mature trees frame beautiful long views across the Kent countryside. Deer resistant euphorbias abound amongst other architectural plants. This natural and wildlife-friendly garden can be enjoyed from the summer house overlooking the pond. The vegetable garden has a charming potting shed and beautiful views over farmland.

Refreshments available: Tea, coffee, cold drinks and cakes will be available in Willow Barn and can be taken to enjoy anywhere in the garden.

Little Hickmans

Coopers Lane, Fordcombe, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN3 0RN

A beautiful country garden with well-maintained lawns sweeping down to a large duck pond where Gunnera plants, with their colossal leaves, thrive in the margins. The garden is a tapestry of colours brimming with a diverse array of planting in carefully curated beds and strategically placed pots adding layers of texture and height.

Willow Tree Cottage

Willow Tree Cottage, Coopers Lane, Fordcombe,TN3 0RN

This cottage garden is a lush vibrant haven overflowing with colourful flowers, winding paths with a beautiful naturalistic pond at its heart and stunning views over farmland.