Surrey Gardens Trust works to champion Surrey's rich heritage of historic parks, gardens and designed landscapes

Follow the links below to read about our extensive events programme of lectures and visits, the work we do in the community and how you can get involved.

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Newsletter No.74 February 2026
Newsletter No.74 February 2026

We are delighted to share with you a February Newsletter. Snowdrops are abundant, the ones here photographed in Richmond Park, a lovely first glimpse of flora and a reminder that Spring is just around the corner. In this edition, in addition to a wonderful tribute to Jill Leggatt, we set out details of what we are working on as we look forward to a busy 2026. Our growing membership is heart-warming. We are delighted that you are enthusiastically booking events and encourage you to join in our activities too. We are always delighted to hear from you. 

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the manor house, haslemere


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Once described in Country Life as the ‘Hanging Gardens of Haslemere’ and one of the inaugural gardens for the NGS. The pleasure gardens were laid out in the late 19th century and have been beautifully restored. Read more.

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Apply Now for SGT's Schools Awards
Apply Now for SGT's Schools Awards

We believe that helping children to learn about the natural world by caring for a garden in their school grounds is a vital first step in them valuing the land around them in future life.

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We have an active Research and Recording Group investigating important sites and researching their history.

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Surrey has a wealth of historic gardens both of national and local importance.

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We organise a year-round programme of events including lectures, study days and guided garden visits. 

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Our researchers often publish their work on historic sites in Surrey.

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We provide annual awards to primary and infant schools to help fund garden projects and other gardening activities. 

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Our Gateway project gives disadvantaged adults access to beautiful gardens. 

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We’re delighted to be supporting a @nationalgardenscheme open day at @vann_garden  on Sunday 29 March - a special opportunity to visit this Grade II registered garden in the heart of Hambledon, Surrey. Members of our Resear
🌹Roses are red … but their story might surprise you! Join us for a captivating talk with acclaimed writer Jennifer Potter, who will unravel the extraordinary journey of the rose from a humble briar of the northern hemisphere to the western w
Curious about a career in garden history or in protecting and championing historic parks and gardens? The @thegardenstrust has been exploring the creation of a Gardens Trust Careers Network for those interested in garden history and in protecting an
Join us on Saturday 21 February for an inspiring afternoon with Edward Flint, exploring what makes a good garden; a combination of traditional horticultural wisdom and a profound appreciation for the emotional and sensory experiences of gardens. In

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