A Celebration of Roses

Roses hold a special place in the history of Polesden Lacey. This tranquil and sweetly scented Edwardian walled garden holds 35 varieties of Hybrid Tea, Floribunda and Hybrid Musk, which bloom in the centre beds. While over 100 rambling roses form tunnels of petals over the pergola leading to the central wishing well. Look out for the bright yellow Graham Stuart Thomas rose, named after the famed horticulturalist who redesigned the rose garden in the mid-20th century. Outside the Rose Garden you will find the salmon pink Margaret Greville shrub rose, growing in the Lady's garden. Visit during our celebration and enjoy learning more about the roses, the history of the garden and the work that is involved in maintaining it. View the beautiful metal rose installations made by the metalwork artists at the Camelia Botnar Foundation. This is a charity which provides residential training and work experience, helping young people to learn a skilled trade, embark on a useful career path and successfully make their own way in life. The roses that are part of the installation will be for sale and can be collected after the celebration finishes. www.cameliabotnar.com