News

Boxing clever

Kent Gardens Trust member and box specialist, Jenny Alban Davies, has just had published “Gardener’s Guide to Box”. The book describes the use of box in a wide range of both large and small gardens. . . more

Mount Ephraim shortlisted by Historic Houses

Mount Ephraim Gardens, Kent have been shortlisted for the Historic Houses Garden of the Year Award 2022 and it’s down to a public vote so do vote for this lovely garden in Kent to win – who shouts. . . more

The Bicycle Boys: online exhibition launching

Kent County Gardens Trust is delighted to be taking part in ‘The Bicycle Boys’, an exciting collaboration between the Gardens Trust and the RHS.
In 1928, two young Americans embarked on an epic. . . more

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Welcome to the Kent Gardens Trust website

The Kent Gardens Trust is a registered charity dedicated to the protection and conservation of historic parks and gardens throughout Kent.

We achieve these core objectives through various programmes dealing with conservation and research, education, publications and events.

To find out more about who we are please read about us. To find out more about our work and how you can take part please read what we do.

A selection of historic parks and gardens in Kent

We are fortunate in having a rich variety of historic parks and gardens in Kent, many of which are open for the public to enjoy. You can find links to some of these gardens on the map below, and you can find details of many more here.