ORIGINAL SITE of the main garden before design work commenced (June 2008)
This large rural garden contains contrasting elements of traditional restored areas, and formal contemporary design within a flowing layout reflecting the surrounding landscape. The stages of development are shown here, and will be up-dated as the garden matures.
ORIGINAL SITE with overgrown areas and covered with Ground Elder! (June 2008)
ORIGINAL SITE of the Parterre Garden – neglected, overgrown and infested with Ground Elder
The newly planted Box of the Parterre. This is a full restoration of the original, having been completely cleared, with new paving re-laid and Box edging planted, all to the exact design of the original layout. Note the off-centre ‘quirky’ lines that follow the original design. ((November 2008)
The site during construction and planting between September 2008 and September 2009: the contractors were Swinburne Horticultural Services (SHS), Consett, Co. Durham; contact Duncan Fleck 01207 580889
A new pond in progress, positioned at a low part of the main garden area. (Nov. 2008)
A stainless steel ‘water-wall’ installed and under wraps for the winter whilst other work continues. (November 2008)
The completed garden, apart from a few remaining plants; additional pictures of the garden as it matures will be added as appropriate...
The completed pond with new planting surrounds. (October 2009)
The gravel garden area with a dividing pergola; the pond is located down the slope to the rear. (October 2009)
The restored Parterre Garden, looking towards a new contemporary sun room with the ‘water wall’ opposite. (October 2009)