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Specialist Garden Talks

Join our gardeners for a specialist garden talk. From learning about what's looking good, to tips and tricks for your garden, these talks will give you an insight into the work carried out by our gardeners.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Join our gardeners for a specialist garden talk. From learning about what's looking good to tips and tricks for your own garden, these talks will give you an insight into the work carried out by our gardeners.

Focusing on a different theme each week, meet the team and learn more about the work behind the scenes.

Meet by the gate at the main entrance to the garden at 12:30pm on Wednesdays. These talks may involve a gentle stroll around the garden, where paths are mostly level and gravelled and there are plenty of benches along the way

Normal admission applies.

Talk themes during the garden celebration:

08/09/2025 Summer apple pruning

09/09/2025 What's looking good in the garden?

10/09/2025 Semi-ripe cuttings in September

11/09/2025 Composting

12/09/2025 Sensory mindfulness walk around the garden

15/09/2025 Japanese tools in the English Garden

16/09/2025 Top Trees

17/09/2025 What's looking good in the garden?

18/09/2025 Save & Sow seeds in September

19/09/2025 Tool sharpening workshop

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Meeting point

Meet at the gate at the main entrance to the garden.

Accessibility

This tour will be on paths, suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs.

Upcoming events

Garden celebrations 

As summer draws to a close, join us in celebrating the beauty, history, and hidden corners of Arlington's gardens.

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on
10 Sep to 21 Sep 2025
at
10:00 to 16:30
+ 11 other dates or times

Guided wider estate walks - Active Hike 

Join one of our guided walks to explore the wilder side of Arlington, venturing into the little known parts of the estate.

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on
16 Sep to 21 Oct 2025
at
10:00 to 14:00
+ 1 other date or time

Heritage Open Days at Arlington Court 

Join us for a weekend of free entry to Arlington Court on Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 September as part of the Heritage Open Days.

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on
20 Sep to 21 Sep 2025
at
10:00 to 16:30
+ 1 other date or time

Outdoor History Tour 

Explore the pleasure grounds and formal gardens while learning about the history of the estate.

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on
20 Sep to 21 Sep 2025
at
11:30 to 12:00
+ 3 other dates or times