Tucked away on the cliffs above Salcombe is this hidden paradise: a subtropical garden, bursting with colour, filled with exotic and rare plants and surprises around every corner.
Overbeck’s garden is a 20th century creation. Edric Hopkins, the first owner, laid out much of the garden structure. After being sold to G.M. Vereker in 1913, he and his wife, who were keen gardeners, extended the garden to its present size. In 1928 the property was sold to Otto Overbeck, who continued to add rare and tender plants to an already unusual garden. Since then, each owner and Head Gardener has added their own mark, resulting in a unique and varied plant collection flourishing in this sheltered microclimate by the sea - a true garden-lovers' paradise.
Our visit will be led by Ian Trought, who will have given a talk to the DGT on Tuesday 24th February in Clyst St Mary. Cream tea will be available in the lovely cafe at the gate to the garden.