Maturity is a high price to pay for growing up - Tom Stoppard (Where are they Now?)
After leaving Hampton Court Castle, we drove to Aulden Farm which was only 6 miles away - although it seemed further down those narrow Herefordshire lanes. This garden is open to visitors on selected dates and this day (18th April 2026) was one of those days. The garden was open as part of the National Garden Scheme where you can look around other people's outdoor living spaces, both large and small, for a very reasonable fee (typically £5 per person). There is usually tea and cake on offer!
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| Photo 1: Statuesque Fennel, Aulden Farm (18/4/26) |
Aulden Farm could not be more different to Hampton Court Gardens. There are no formal flower beds, just lots of hidden corners and spaces, loose natural planting and views over the surrounding countryside. The cake was very nice!
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| Photo 2: One of the Nooks & Crannies, Aulden Farm (18/4/26) |
The garden has a collection of Siberian (aka Beardless) Irises - there were a few specimens in flower but it was a little early (May-June for the best displays). I've copied the guide/leaflet which provides more information on the garden and its layout. Definitely worth a visit if you prefer a more natural form of planting. There is a plant sales area if anything takes your fancy.
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