Devon Group Events
Devon Group Events are open to all Plant Heritage Members and their guests, and will take place whatever the weather, unless the owner of the venue decides that it is too hazardous. If an event is cancelled for this reason, we will update this website as soon as possible, and make every effort to contact members who have booked for the event.
Prior booking is required for some events. This is because the number of people that can be accomodated in the venue is sometimes limited, or because a meal is included and the caterers need to know how many meals to provide, or because transport is provided, with a limited number of seats. You can book directly from this site by clicking on the Contact name provided on the Event Details page, which will take you to a page where you can send an email directly to us. Please ensure that you include your name, the name of any guests you may be bringing, and at least a telephone number so that we can contact you if necessary. Alternatively, the Contact page also displays the name, phone number and address of the Event Contact, so that you can book by telephone or in writing.
There is a small charge for most events, that covers the cost of any refreshments provided, any entrance fee required by the owner of the venue (which is often donated by the owner to a charity), and any other costs involved. We appreciate payment before the event; please send cheques made out to 'Plant Heritage Devon Group' to the Event Contact.
Address details and maps of the Event Locations are shown on the individual Event Details pages; for Events held in private gardens, may we ask you to respect the owners privacy, and not enter the garden before the time specified.
Events for 2017
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| February 2017 |
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| March 2017 |
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Spring Lunch at Rattery Village Hall
Coffee and Plant Sales prior to a talk by Terry Underhill, entitled 'The Caucasus from both Sides', followed by lunch.
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Talk, Lunch and Garden Walk at Marwood Hill Garden
Two talks, a garden walk and lunch in a beautiful large North Devon garden.
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Tavistock Plant Fair
The first Plant Fair of the year will be held in Tavistock Pannier Market. Contact Tim Ellis on for details.
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| April 2017 |
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High Garden, Kenton
A mature garden with neat grass paths winding between island beds full of herbaceous plants, trees, and shrubs. There is a pair of exceptionally long herbaceous borders which are absolutely eye catching in the summer months.
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South Molton Plant Fair
North Devon's first Plant Fair of the year will be held in the South Molton Pannier Market. Contact Derek Burdett, on for details.
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Burrow Farm Garden Plant Fair
A Plant Fair held at Burrow Farm Gardens, near Axminster, . Please contact Helen Brown on for more details.
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Nomenclature, Plant Identification And Classification.
A 1 day workshop delivered by Susyn Andrews VMM.
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Totnes Plant Fair
This Plant Fair will be held in the Totnes Civic Hall. Contact Sally Dean on for details.
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| May 2017 |
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Bullard Farm, Ashburton
The garden is planted with large blocks of plants attractive to bees, with areas of wild flower meadow, and habitats for all sorts of wild life. There is a natural dew pond by the butter-well which is home to many wild creatures.
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Rosemoor Spring Plant Fair
This two day plant fair will take place at the Rosemoor RHS garden in Great Torrington. Contact Derek Burdett on for more details.
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Coach Trip To Cannington College Walled Garden And The Bishops Palace, Wells.
A luxury coach trip to Cannington Walled Garden in the morning, and Bishops Palace, Wells in the afternoon.
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Ivybridge Outdoor Plant Fair
This Plant Fair will be held at Delamore House, Cornwood, Ivybridge. Contact Tim Ellis on for details.
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| June 2017 |
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Deancombe Farm, Buckfastleigh
The garden slopes gently down through a flower garden, an orchard, and a vegetable garden, to an impressive lake, home to hundreds of dragon flies. The garden in front of the house was completely redeveloped by the current owners, and so cleverly designed that it looks as though it has been there for centuries.
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Two Gardens On The Cornwall Border
Two gardens on the North Devon-Cornwall border, one holding a National Collection of Double Primroses.
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| July 2017 |
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Coach Trip to Marwood Hill Garden, near Barnstaple.
At twenty acres Marwood Hill is a garden of great variety, full of interesting mature trees, shrubs and climbing plants. Paths lead you up and down the slopes through woods. In the bottom of the valley is a stream running through a series of lakes, waterfalls and a bog garden.
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South Molton Plant Fair
North Devon's third Plant Fair of the year will be held in the South Molton Pannier Market. Contact Derek Burdett, on for details.
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Two Gardens in Landkey, near Barnstaple
Two award winning small gardens in Landkey, and a visit and talk on the Mazzard Cherries collection.
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| August 2017 |
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Avenue Cottage, Totnes
This is a beautiful historic woodland garden in a valley, with idyllic views of the River Dart and Sharpham House. Gentle grass paths meander along the sides of the valley past a variety of very interesting shrubs and trees. Camellias, rhododendrons and azaleas provide a mass of spring flowers, and a huge wisteria covers the front of the house, with a terrace below providing seating and a panoramic view of the garden.
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Braunton Nursery and Yelland Tropical Garden
A new nursery near Braunton, and a tropical garden in Yelland.
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| September 2017 |
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Sutton Mead, Moreton Hampstead
At over 700 feet above sea-level this garden has a moorland feel. There is water, granite, strong wind and an entrancing view, with seats and summerhouses to take advantage of the wonderful views.
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Holbrook Garden /Sampford Shrubs and Holcombe Court
Visit a specialist nursery and private garden, followed by a Grade 1 Tudor Manor House garden, rarely open to the public.
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Rosemoor Autumn Plant Fair
This one day plant fair will take place at the Rosemoor RHS garden in Great Torrington. Contact Derek Burdett on for more details.
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| November 2017 |
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