Set on the South Downs with panoramic views out to the undulating wooded countryside, the garden merges seamlessly into its surrounding landscape. In support of NGS charities.

The garden at Down Place is set on the South Downs with panoramic views out to the undulating wooded countryside. The garden merges seamlessly into its surrounding landscape with rose and herbaceous borders that have been moulded into the sloping ground. There is a well-stocked vegetable garden and walks shaded by beech trees, which surround the natural wildflower meadow where various native orchids flourish.

Down Place South Harting Petersfield, West Sussex GU31 5PN opens for the National Garden Scheme on opens on Sunday 16th June and Monday 17th June (1.30pm-5.30pm). Admission £5, children free. Home-made teas & cream teas.

Photo Judi Lion