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Bringing the outside in: exploring Knightshayes' garden book collection

For the first time on display, discover some of the books that gave inspiration to Sir John and Joyce, Lady Heathcoat Amory in this exhibition of garden books from the Knightshayes collection.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Between May and September garden books from the collection will be displayed in the ground floor of the house. All books have been carefully selected as belonging to Sir John and Joyce, Lady Heathcoat Amory, giving inspiration for plant selection, garden design and colour combinations which influenced the garden you see today.

Within the house, discover flower arrangements which have taken influence from these books and the love that Joyce, Lady Heathcoat Amory had for the garden.

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

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The basics

Suitability

Children are welcome.

Accessibility

The exhibition is in the ground floor of the house which is a step free route and has step free access.

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on
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on
14 Jun to 21 Jun 2025
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10:00 to 17:00
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