Exploring the Historic Kitchen Garden

A curved brick wall in a garden setting, partially covered by fruit trees is shown. The wall is old, with varying shades of red and orange bricks, and some areas of weathering. Young fruit trees are trained against the wall in a fan-like espalier pattern, their green leaves contrasting with the brick. In front of the wall, there is a well-maintained lawn bordered by a neatly trimmed hedge. Tall trees can be seen in the background, casting some shade over the scene. The image captures a peaceful, well-tended garden area.

A Bounty of Organic Delights

Welcome to our Kitchen Garden, a remarkable feat of historic engineering and a living testament to sustainable gardening. Nestled within ancient walls, this garden has been designed with an ingenious system that once circulated hot air through a cavity inside the wall, generated by boilers beneath the potting shed. This unique feature allowed fruit trees to thrive against the south-facing wall, which retains heat even to this day. Thanks to recent conservation efforts, this extraordinary structure has been preserved for future generations to enjoy.

A close-up image of vibrant, fresh green lettuce leaves growing densely together. In the center, there is a small black sign with the word "Lettuce" written on it in white chalk-like lettering. The leaves appear crisp and healthy, with some dew or water droplets visible on their surfaces. The image captures the lushness and freshness of the lettuce, in a kitchen garden.

A wheelbarrow filled with freshly harvested vegetables is shown. The produce includes a large green zucchini, a bunch of orange and yellow carrots with their green tops still attached, purple beet greens with red stems, and a pile of small, dirty fingerling potatoes. The background shows a gravelly surface, indicating that the image was taken outdoors, likely in a garden or farm setting. The vegetables appear freshly picked, with soil still clinging to some of them.

A Year-Round Harvest of Organic Vegetables

Our Kitchen Garden is a dynamic space, where no two years are ever the same. Each season brings a fresh abundance of organic vegetables, carefully selected for their flavour and ability to inspire our guests. This year, we’ve partnered with the Heritage Organic Seed Company to ensure that our garden is brimming with heirloom varieties, offering a true taste of nature’s finest produce.

As you stroll through the garden, you’ll find a wide array of vegetables ready for harvest, including:

Organic Carrot ‘Yellowstone’ / Autumn: Sweet and crunchy, a favourite for snacking or cooking.

Organic Chard ‘Fireworks: Vibrant and versatile, great in soups, stews, or sautéed as a side.

Organic Courgette ‘Cocozelle : Fresh and tender, excellent for grilling or adding to casseroles.

Organic Climbing French Bean ‘Cobra: Crisp and delicate, perfect for salads or side dishes.

Winter Lettuce: A mix of textures and flavours to elevate any salad.

Organic Pea ‘Kelvedon Wonder: Sweet and tender, a delightful addition to any meal.

Plums: Juicy and flavourful, ideal for eating fresh or making preserves.

Potatoes: Earthy and hearty, the foundation of many comforting dishes.

Organic Spring Onion ‘White Lisbon: Fresh and zesty, adding a mild onion flavour to your dishes.

Organic Sweetcorn ‘Golden Bantam: Golden and sweet, perfect for boiling or grilling.

Organic Tomato ‘St Pierre’: Juicy and flavorful, essential for salads, sauces, and more.

Supporting a Worthy Cause

We invite our guests to not only enjoy the fruits and vegetables of our labour but also to give back. As you harvest and savour the fresh produce from our garden, we kindly ask that you leave a small donation of your choice in the cottage. Every penny collected will go directly towards Alzheimer’s Research UK, a cause close to our hearts.

We look forward to welcoming our guests to our Kitchen Garden—a place where history, sustainability, and nature unite in a truly special way.