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Midsummer at Greenway: An Evening with the Head Gardener

Explore Greenway’s historic gardens on Midsummer with a special event hosted by the Head Gardener.

  • Booking essential

Offering a rare opportunity to explore a garden of exceptional heritage significance, join Head Gardener Ashley after hours and gain insight into the expert stewardship required to conserve and evolve it. Drawing on Greenway’s rich and layered past, the Head Gardener will share how historical understanding continues to shape conservation practice and long term planning for the future.

The evening will conclude with light refreshments, enjoyed in peaceful surroundings as the sun sets over the Dart Estuary.

Tickets for Midsummer at Greenway are limited, and booking is essential.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Adult £100.00

The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

Not suitable for children

Meeting point

Please meet at the Visitor Welcome Building.

What to bring and wear

The evening event takes place outdoors, so please wear weather appropriate clothing and suitable footwear for a garden tour.

Accessibility

The tour will take place on undulating gravel paths, with steep areas and steps in places.

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