Designed by owner Fiona Edmond, Green Island Gardens has been carved out among 20 acres of woodland destroyed in the 1987 Great Storm. The gardens now include a terrace, large island beds, seaside, Japanese, gravel and water gardens, as well as National Collections of Hamamelis and Camellia (Autumn and Winter flowering) . There are features all around the gardens constructed from fallen timber found on site. The gardens were voted the overall winner of the RHS Partner Garden of the Year in 2024.

Designed to look good all year round, highlights include Hamamelis and snowdrops in January and February, Camellias, Trilliums and woodlanders in March and April, along with bluebells and Azaleas in May. Giant tree lilies delight from July to August and the spectacular autumn colour is provided by a collections of Acer, Liquidambar, Fothergilla, Nyssa, Stewartia, Hamamelis, Parrotia and Cotinus.

A range of unusual plants, many of borderline hardiness, thrive in the distinctive island microclimate. The gardens are wildlife-friendly, and 2022 saw the opening of a new educational wildlife centre. Art exhibition by Sylvia Paul running from late July 2026 in the tearoom. AirBnB cottages available to rent.

Group and private function bookings welcome.
For up to date information and special events please visit the website www.greenislandgardens.co.uk