The 2017 Ham Open Gardens, taking place on Sunday 21 May from 1pm to 5pm, will be a unique opportunity to see ‘beyond the garden wall’ and explore some of Ham’s hidden treasures. Ranging from the garden of one of Ham House’s Gatehouses dating back to Tudor times, to those of grand Georgian lodges and Victorian cottages, each garden has a fascinating story to tell and the first opportunity to see a new garden designed in 2016 by Tom Stuart -Smith.19 gardens to visit, of which 7 are opening for the first time.
Organised by the Ham and Petersham Association, this biennual event is a ‘must’ for keen horticulturalists, or for anyone who simply enjoys beautiful gardens. Proceeds will go to Home-Start (a national charity supporting local young families) and the Duchess of Teck Memorial and HPA. Tickets are £10 each or two for £15 (free for under 16s) and in advance from www.hamandpetershamasssociation.com or on the day from a stall on Ham Common. Teas will be served nearby.
For more information, please visit www.hamandpetersham.com