Our Favourite Expert-led Gardening Trips for 2024
Enjoy a summer trip to several English country gardens, as you explore Kent and Sussex with garden designer, broadcaster and author, Sarah Raven. The highlight will undoubtedly be a special talk hosted by Sarah at her garden at Perch Hill, East Sussex. But you'll also have private early access to Sissinghurst, and visit the gardens at Lullingstone Castle, Great Comp, Pashley Manor, Great Dixter and Scotney Castle. Stay in picturesque Royal Tunbridge Wells for three nights.
4 Days | Departs June 2024
Explore the beautiful Scilly Isles of Tresco, St Agnes, St Martin's and Bryer on this six-day tour. Enjoy a range of scenic walks, guided excursions and wildlife explorations in the company of Julian Branscombe, CEO of the Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust. The highlight will undoubtedly be a guided visit to Tresco Abbey Gardens, a renowned sub-tropical garden - boasting 20,000 plants from over 80 countries. Other adventures include a wildlife cruise and an organic vineyard tour, as well as a special dinner and talk from Julian.
6 Days | Departs September 2025
Stay in two lake side hotels on the shores of Lake Maggiore and Lake Como. Explore the stunning islands of Isola Bella, Isola Madre and Isola Pescatori. Visit the botanical gardens of Villa Taranto and the beautiful private gardens of Villa Cicogna Mozzoni and Villa Carlotta. A highlight of the trip is visiting the private garden of the President of the Italian Camellia Society, home to over 500 plants. Joining you for part of the tour is gardening expert Christine Walkden, who will give a special talk and accompany you on an excursion to the Borromean Islands.
8 Days | Departs March 2025