A garden built by women – Kiftsgate Court

• Mileage: 5.5 miles
• Grade: Moderate
• Maximum walkers: 20
• Refreshments: Yes
• Child friendly: No
• Dog friendly: No
• Information: *Car parking is free but you need to book your space by calling the NT on 0344 249 1895. Group rate for Kiftsgate Court is £10 per person subject to a minimum of 20 people, otherwise £11. This is payable on the day. Toilets available.

Description:

We set off due east out across open farmland on the edge of the Cotswold escarpment, with far-reaching views back to Meon Hill Fort. We head south towards Ebrington where we cut back to the lovely villages of Hidcote Boyce and Hidcote Bartrim, ending our walk at Kiftsgate Court Gardens. Here there will be a short talk about the gardeners of Kiftsgate and some of the special plants to be found there. There will be an opportunity to explore the garden before returning to the house for refreshments.

Meeting point:

• Meet: NT car park Hidcote Manor*
• Map ref: SP 177 429
• Postcode: GL55 6LR
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To round off the Festival there will be a BBQ at The Lenches Club, Ab Lench Road, Church Lench WR11 4UQ on Sunday 30 June commencing at 6.00pm. Do come along, everyone welcome!