£46.50 (Non JG member)
Overview
Great Comp Garden, near Sevenoaks, has built up an enviable reputation over the years as being one of Kent’s finest gardens to visit… A tranquil garden space that effortlessly showcases 7 acres of beautiful and rare plants that unfold and flower as the seasons move and change. Home to an Italian Garden, romantic ruins, enchanting woodland walks, The Old Dairy Tearooms and Dyson’s Salvias. There will be time to explore and get lunch at Great Comp before we make the short drive to Nettlestead Place. Set on the west side of the valley, thus affording panoramic views of the river and surrounding farmland, the gardens are on many levels leading down to the River Medway. In 1921/22 the medieval Manor House was refurbished and enlarged and the basic structure of what is now the inner part of the gardens, including the large sunken pond and the Rose Garden, was established. Nettlestead Place is surrounded by 10 acres of gardens of much beauty interest and variety and were awarded a star rating in the Good Garden’s Guide. The features of the gardens have been planned to provide specific and beautiful vistas of open countryside beyond and views of the Manor House, gatehouse and adjoining church. Please note there are no refreshments available at Nettlestead.