Manningford Open Gardens event set to raise church funds

Gardens to open in Manningford
Gardens to open in Manningford
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Eleven gardens are set to open to the public as part of a village celebration.

The Manningford Open Gardens event will take place in Manningford Bruce on Sunday, June 7, from 2pm to 5pm, and will feature a variety of gardens, from large manor grounds to smaller thatched cottage plots.

Each garden has been selected to showcase a different style, including traditional walled gardens, ponds, and colourful cottage borders.

Churchwarden John Thompson-Ashby said: "We are really excited to be running this event for the first time.

"We are so grateful to all our village garden owners for throwing open their gardens and we hope to raise a significant amount for our church fabric fund and to renovate our charming pipe organ.

"We hope all keen gardeners and families will come for a lovely day out in leafy Manningford."

The event, organised by Manningford PCC, the village hall, and the parish council, is centred around Manningford Bruce to keep the route walkable.

St Peter’s Church, dating from the 11th century, will also be open and decorated with flowers.

Entry is £10 per adult and free for young children.

Tea, cake, and plants will be available at the village hall, with proceeds supporting church repairs and organ restoration.

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