SPRING TALK
Drogo: Castle by Lutyens, Garden by Jekyll?
By Jonathan Lovie
on Saturday 27 February 2010 at 2.00 pm

GARDEN RECORDS AT
THE DEVON RECORD OFFICE
A chance to see the records held by the DRO and to have a conducted tour behind the scenes.
On Saturday 20 March 2010 at 10.00 am

Gardens are an important element in our national heritage but by their nature are constantly changing. Only buildings and hard landscaping plus a few trees will be more than a century old. Protection has often to be accompanied by replanting and this involves difficult decisions. Gardens also need to be developed in order to reflect new emphases, such as biodiversity, and to utilise modern technology. However maturity is one aspect of many beautiful gardens and hasty or uninformed decisions can so easily destroy a site. The Trust seeks to work with all those involved in developing Devon's historic gardens.

In addition to this organised meeting there will be an ongoing exhibition for a month or two and DGT members, or non-members indeed, will be able to view it during normal opening hours.

Proposed garden visits for members and their guests - 2010

14^th April

AM Wood Barton, Kentisbeare
The arboretum was planted 58 years ago with species trees on a South-facing slope. Magnolias, davidia, azaleas, camellias, rhododendrons and acers; several ponds and a water feature. Autumn colour.  Woodland trees and bluebells opposite the house.

PM Knightshayes, near Tiverton
The vast garden was the Heathcoat Amory family's great passion. They packed it with rare trees and shrubs, creating the celebrated 'Garden in the Wood'. Other features include a waterlily pond, amusing topiary and plenty of seasonal colour.

29^th April

AM The Chine, Whiddon Down

PM Peter Reynolds, near Bovey Tracey

20^th May

AM Andrew's Corner, Belstone

PM  Taiko, Belstone

11^th June

AM  Cadhay Manor, Ottery St Mary
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PM Spillaford Wildlife Garden, near Tiverton

26^th June

AM  Holcombe Rogus, near Wellington

14^th July

AM Hartland Abbey, Hartland, North Devon

PM  Docton Mill, North Devon

30^th July

AM Winsford Walled Gardens, Central Devon

PM Shapcott Barton Estate, South Molton