Welcome to the Old Bladbean Stud Garden Website
I am delighted to say that Old Bladbean Stud was voted The Nation's Favourite Garden in the South East by readers of
The English Garden magazine
A Big Thank You to everyone who voted!!
The garden will be open for charity through the National Garden Scheme between 2pm and 6pm
on the following dates in 2026:
24th May, 7th and 21st June, 5th and 19th July
Open day tickets will be available on the gate (£7.00, cash only)
or you can book in advance on the NGS website here: Book NGS Open Day Tickets in Advance
You can also arrange to visit the garden between 9am and 11am on weekdays: Book a Weekday Morning Visit
If you are interested in arranging a private visit for your gardening group please contact me by email: carolhannahbruce@sky.com
Seeds collected from around the garden are available here: Browse and Order Seeds
You can see current photographs taken in the garden and photos taken on previous open days at This Morning's Garden Photos
For daily summer posts and weekly updates through the winter please Follow the Garden on Facebook
To find out more about my new book published by DK in spring 2026, please click here: In Nature's Slipstream by Carol Bruce
Please use the menu below to find what you are looking for, but do get in touch if you need further information or have any questions. I hope you enjoy your visit!
