St Andrew’s School
St Andrew’s School
Jul 04, 2023
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St Andrew's Sensory Adventure Awarded Silver Merit Designed by students of St Andrew’s School Through experiences with nature, we can help children appreciate the wider world. The Eco Warriors at St Andrew’s school care deeply about our environment, and together will create our secret garden escape. A sensory adventure, the garden invites all to enter across the textured bridge, hop along the log steppingstones, to taste and smell the variety of edible plants and flowers. Surrounded by nature is a multifunctional play pit to encourage imaginative play, before relaxing in the retreat or enjoying a picnic with friends on the lawn. After the show, we’ll transport the garden to our school in North Weald, for all our children to enjoy, enhancing wellbeing and care for nature all year-round. /*! elementor - v3.19.0 - 07-02-2024 */ .elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=".svg"]{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block} With thanks to /*! elementor - v3.19.0 - 07-02-2024 */ .elementor-widget-divider{--divider-border-style:none;--divider-border-width:1px;--divider-color:#0c0d0e;--divider-icon-size:20px;--divider-element-spacing:10px;--divider-pattern-height:24px;--divider-pattern-size:20px;--divider-pattern-url:none;--divider-pattern-repeat:repeat-x}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider{display:flex}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{font-size:15px;line-height:1;max-width:95%}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__element{margin:0 var(--divider-element-spacing);flex-shrink:0}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-icon{font-size:var(--divider-icon-size)}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider-separator{display:flex;margin:0;direction:ltr}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator{align-items:center}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:before{display:block;content:"";border-block-end:0;flex-grow:1;border-block-start:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:first-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider-separator:before{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider__element{margin-left:0}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:last-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider-separator:after{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider__element{margin-right:0}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-start .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:first-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-start .elementor-divider-separator:before{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-start .elementor-divider__element{margin-inline-start:0}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-end .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:last-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-end .elementor-divider-separator:after{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-end .elementor-divider__element{margin-inline-end:0}.elementor-widget-divider:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text):not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon) .elementor-divider-separator{border-block-start:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern{--divider-border-style:none}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern.elementor-widget-divider--view-line .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not([class*=elementor-widget-divider--view]) .elementor-divider-separator{width:100%;min-height:var(--divider-pattern-height);-webkit-mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;-webkit-mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);background-color:var(--divider-color);-webkit-mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url);mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url)}.elementor-widget-divider--no-spacing{--divider-pattern-size:auto}.elementor-widget-divider--bg-round{--divider-pattern-repeat:round}.rtl .elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{direction:rtl}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-divider,.e-con>.elementor-widget-divider{width:var(--container-widget-width,100%);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)} See what else is in store Find more garden inspiration
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The Life-Force Garden
The Life-Force Garden
Jul 04, 2023
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The Life-Force Garden Designed by Kim O’Brien, awarded Gold Hollow dahlia stems and the movement of water through them provides inspiration for the life-force garden design, drawing parallels between plant systems and human blood vessels and tissues. The design is layered on four overlapping Fibonacci spirals, found abundantly throughout the human body and in nature.  Here the four spirals represent plants and nature; mind; body; spirit and the deep connections between them. The garden features a hexagonal sculpture and circular pond reminiscent of cell structure and blood vessels; a spirit sculpture; a life-force water feature; an area to contemplate and refresh; and considered structural planting punctuated by dahlias and other late summer flowers.  The pond is adorned with floating cut dahlias, renewed daily like cells of the body while the spirit sculpture has turned away from the garden signifying the moment it will move to the next realm.   A short and challenging ‘mindfulness path’ actively slows the visitor with a gentle obstacle of driftwood ‘ribs’ to step over; allowing a worry to leave with each step and rapidly narrowing to accentuate the change of pace and the sudden ‘stop’.  The senses are stimulated by fragrant planting to touch and increase well-being.  The short path ends with a rustic tree seat, purposefully low to immerse the visitor into an almost ground-level depth of experience for contemplation near the sound of the water feature, or to use as a step up for an elevated overview of the space.  The circular patio seating area overlooks trees, shrubs and flowers and has a pleasing view of the life-force water-feature nestled amid considered planting.  It also houses seating which makes the garden a useable, practical space allowing the mind to contemplate, unwind and refresh. Designed with the ecosystem in mind, the garden features planting for pollinators; an insect hotel; a bee bath; a hedgehog haven; a shelter for small mammals and a solar-powered, self-contained water feature.Trees, features, sculptures and statement plants are placed according to the focal points generated by the Fibonacci spirals.  The tapestry of planting is laid in swathes that follow the natural flow of the spirals around the space inviting the mind to meander and find its connection to the life-force garden.  With thanks to /*! elementor - v3.19.0 - 07-02-2024 */ .elementor-column .elementor-spacer-inner{height:var(--spacer-size)}.e-con{--container-widget-width:100%}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer{width:var(--container-widget-width,var(--spacer-size));--align-self:var(--container-widget-align-self,initial);--flex-shrink:0}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container{height:100%;width:100%}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer{height:100%}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer>.elementor-spacer-inner,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer>.elementor-spacer-inner{height:var(--container-widget-height,var(--spacer-size))}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer.elementor-widget-empty,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer.elementor-widget-empty{position:relative;min-height:22px;min-width:22px}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer.elementor-widget-empty .elementor-widget-empty-icon,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer.elementor-widget-empty .elementor-widget-empty-icon{position:absolute;top:0;bottom:0;left:0;right:0;margin:auto;padding:0;width:22px;height:22px} See what else is in store Find more garden inspiration
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Rest to follow your path: a wellbeing garden
Rest to follow your path: a wellbeing ga...
May 23, 2023
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Rest to Follow Your Path: A Wellbeing Garden Designed by Downing College, awarded Platinum Marking the creation of the new wellbeing centre; this show garden highlights how gardens are integral spaces for finding sanctuary, inspiration and positive mental and physical health. It will become a permanent feature at Downing College, where students can use it for rest and wellbeing meetings.The garden contains elements of Downing College’s tranquil rose garden, where students escape to study and reflect. Snapshots of the bright tropical border illustrate how a beautiful space can make us smile, expand our minds and strengthen our relationship with the wider world. 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Tea Break
Tea Break
May 12, 2023
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Tea Break Designed by Zoe Defoe, awarded Silver Having a conversation over a cup of tea and cake whilst listening to bird song, surrounded by beautiful and scented flowers and plants that you have grown is one of the great pleasures that a garden brings. Zoe’s design incorporates these elements whilst gently alluding to the work and passion that goes into creating such a space. With thanks to Don't miss your favourite experts live at the Autumn Fair this year Discover more gardens that will be blooming at the Autumn Fair in 2023
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Free Thinking
Free Thinking
May 12, 2023
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Free Thinking Designed by Rachel Sporborg, Rachel Sporborg DesignAwarded Best Beautiful Border and Platinum ‘FreeThinking’ creates a dynamic space with contrasting textures and  varying intensity of colour. Modern life can mean that we are bound by many constricts and the  garden offers a way to escape and relax. The design reflects this idea  with a juxtaposition of rigidity in the hard landscaping and movement in the planting.Drawing the eye in, contrasting metal work frames the planting, including an Euonymus alatus and grasses with different heights. A central water feature allows for physical and contemplative reflection.Inspired by David Tremlett’s ‘Drawing for Free Thinking’, this border has  decisive rectilinear outlines, layered with harmonising shades. With thanks to Don't miss your favourite experts live at the Autumn Fair this year Discover more gardens that will be blooming at the Autumn Fair in 2023
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This Nest Will Give You Wings
This Nest Will Give You Wings
May 12, 2023
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Your Nest Will Give You Wings Designed by Cecilia Sandrini, Plant Based Gardens, awarded Gold Surrounded by native birch and ferns with an open space in the middle, this garden was designed for a child with sensory needs; there is an invite to hide within the shades of green, to reset, to ‘build a nest’, to meditate or to play and feel safe within space that is theirs.   With thanks to Discover more gardens that will be blooming at the Autumn Fair in 2023 Don't miss your favourite experts live at the Autumn Fair this year
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Escape to the Sea
Escape to the Sea
May 12, 2023
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Escape to the Sea Designed by Linda Lyne, awarded Gold Immerse yourself in the colours of the sea and escape to the enjoyment of being by the coast. A multi-sensory border, designed with a mix of shades, shapes, scents, texture, height and size, with planting to appeal to a range of visitors – people and pollinators. The flow of colour and grasses intermingled in the driftwood, rocks and pebbles reflects the movement of the sea and many of the plants would be found in coastal locations. The blue, white and green palette is not only reminiscent of the sea but is also soothing and calming, creating a place to relax and increase wellbeing.  With thanks to Don't miss your favourite experts live at the Autumn Fair this year Discover more gardens that will be blooming at the Autumn Fair in 2023
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On Cloud 9
On Cloud 9
May 12, 2023
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On Cloud 9 Designed by Consuelo Franco, Franco | Brain, awarded Silver Merit Best BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine Subscriber Border Walking the country side for Consuelo is always a mix of emotions. The wide expanse of the open sky and ever changing cloudscape, grounded by the scents, colours and movements of the plants around them.The main focus of this design is trying to replicate those emotions while using an array of species relevant to pollinators. The chosen cultivars also make good cut flowers, bringing a piece of it home. The selection includes different size of ornamental grasses, evergreen shrubs and, herbaceous perennials that create movement, rhythm and all important year around interest. It is a monochromatic design that tries to take you to the clouds. With thanks to Don't miss your favourite experts live at the Autumn Fair this year Discover more gardens that will be blooming at the Autumn Fair in 2023
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And Breathe…
And Breathe…
May 12, 2023
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...And Breathe Designed by Christina Agbenorhevi, awarded Silver One of life’s simple pleasures is to sit under a dappled tree canopy… take a deep breath… …smell the sweet fragrance of the earth and flowers…surround yourself with lush greenery…feel the warm sun rays on your skin…listen to the beautiful bird song…touch the bare grass with your feet…taste a sweet, ripe, berry pickedBe in tune with nature and have all your senses awakened. A carefully edited space to connect and share with people and wildlife. To tend to, and for it to take care of you. With thanks to  Discover more gardens that will be blooming at the Autumn Fair in 2023 Don't miss your favourite experts live at the Autumn Fair this year
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Make It Flourish Together
Make It Flourish Together
May 12, 2023
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Make It Flourish Together Designed by Cara Thompson, awarded Gold Autumn Sow & Grow Along Drop into sow along sessions next to the Border! The session will take place each day and feature one of the wonderful flowers from Cara’s garden. Check the blackboard by Cara’s Border to find out more on the day. This is a garden to experience the joy of growing flowers, a space to totally immerse yourself in nature, taking time to enjoy flower creations and all that is flourishing alongside our wildlife. The garden showcases the flourishing plant varieties Cara and the group have grown from seed at her weekly meet-up group. Designed to take you on their journey to the riverbank space in Great Dunmow where the group meets and sows seeds, wheelbarrowing the supplies down a gravel path. The bench has been made from a fallen tree that the group passes on the way. It has become a time of sowing seeds of hope and there’s been much joy in the process. With thanks to Discover more gardens that will be blooming at the Autumn Fair in 2023 Don't miss your favourite experts live at the Autumn Fair this year
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Sticklebacks and Strawberries
Sticklebacks and Strawberries
May 12, 2023
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Sticklebacks and Strawberries Designed by Alyssia Maisonpierre, Stonehouse Garden Design, awarded Platinum Alyssia’s childhood memories are filled with trips down to the local woods to explore and escape. Imagination created a vast wilderness full of wonder, small streams became wide rivers to conquer, sometime unsuccessfully. The creatures within Sticklebacks became tiny piranhas. A whole new world was discovered in that woodland and she would escape there often. She still enjoys escaping to that place, but has since gained an appreciation for foraging. Her exploring now leads to nuts, berries and herbs. Sticklebacks and Strawberries is a combination of her childhood memories and her present interest in agraforestry and foraging. With thanks to  Discover more gardens that will be blooming at the Autumn Fair in 2023 Don't miss your favourite experts live at the Autumn Fair this year
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An Edible Garden Through Time
An Edible Garden Through Time
Mar 10, 2023
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An Edible Garden Through Time Awarded Platinum and Best Showcase Garden Designed by Lucy Chamberlain, Gemma Sturges & Kelly Fowler See the transition of the grow your own movement from the Victorian era through to the present day. The garden showcases a 19th century kitchen garden, a family vegetable garden from 1968 (the year BBC Gardeners’ World was first broadcast on television) and a modern-day plot embracing organic and wildlife-friendly practices. With thanks to Find more garden inspiration See what else is in store
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