Deans Court Garden is a hidden gem in Wimborne Minster – a beautiful and productive organic kitchen garden surrounding an elegant manor house. This 13-acre garden has been developed over 30 years into a showcase for organic gardening, permaculture, and sustainable food production. The extensive kitchen gardens produce vegetables, fruits, and herbs using traditional and innovative organic methods. Highlights include extensive herbaceous borders, serpentine herb garden, wild flower meadows, ancient trees, medieval fish ponds, and peaceful woodland walks. The garden demonstrates that productive gardens can be beautiful and biodiverse. An organic farm shop sells produce grown on the estate along with local foods and gardening supplies. The house (occasionally open) is a magnificent Regency mansion with Saxon origins. Educational tours, gardening workshops, and seasonal events inspire sustainable gardening practices. The combination of productivity, beauty, heritage, and environmental consciousness makes Deans Court special. Perfect for garden enthusiasts, families, and anyone interested in organic growing.
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