#gardens

#gardens

Filoli House and Garden, located off Interstate 280 in Woodside, features 16 acres of English Renaissance-style gardens, a Georgian-revival mansion, and various trailheads into preserved woodlands.

The property includes 500 feet of waterfront, and a private dock provides access to a private island that is home to a protected bird sanctuary.

On Saturday, 7th June 2025, the normally private gardens owned by the Church of England will be opened for public exploration, showcasing their unique, untouched beauty.

The owners wanted to create pockets within the larger landscape, where the hum from distant traffic would be reduced.

The Matapan in Green Lane has a fresh pub garden to offer customers after undergoing a refurbishment last year, now featuring outdoor seating on round benches.

Royal Mail worked with Professor Dawn Scott to celebrate iconic British garden wildlife, featuring popular species on a new set of stamps aimed at encouraging wildlife support.

The expansive gardens surrounding Hampton Court Palace offer a scenic respite, open for free on select weekends in 2025. A divergence from past accessibility, the gardens only welcome visitors a few days a year, yet the entirety of the day is available for exploration. While the maze and children's magic garden remain exclusive, guests can navigate through lush landscapes, ornamental areas, and long pathways ideal for leisurely strolls and discovery.