Crosthwaite Open Gardens

Please note This event ran in 2025 but we don't yet have this year's details. When we get them, we'll add them, but in the meantime we include below event information from last year to remind you about the event.

Crosthwaite, west of Kendal, Cumbria
Sorry - 2025 event cancelled due to bad weather
10.00am to 4.00pm

Step into the enchanting world of Crosthwaite village for our spectacular open gardens event, showcasing the breathtaking beauty of our community and surrounding areas.

Beyond the horticultural delights, your ticket grants you access to a host of other attractions:

Demonstrations and stalls: Witness traditional crafts like hedge laying and drystone walling on the school field, and explore informative stalls, including local beekeeping.

Food and drink: A wide variety of delicious food and refreshing drinks will be available for purchase in the school hall throughout the weekend.

Craft fair on Saturday: Browse a charming selection of craft stalls in the village hall.

Children's attractions on Sunday: Bring the little ones for child-friendly attractions in the school grounds.

Proceeds:  Proceeds to Parkinsons UK, Crosthwaite and Lyth Recreation Trust, Crosthwaite C.E. Primary School and Argles Memorial Hall.

Plant sales:  Plants for sale will be grown by school pupils and staff, as well as local gardeners.

Cost:  £7.00 on the day, £6.00 in advance, accompanied 16s free - covers both days.

How to get tickets / programmes:  On the day at the school; in advance via our school website.

Contact the organisers:  Phone: 01539 568 471  Email: mjessop@crosthwaiteprimary.net  
Web: https://sites.google.com/crosthwaiteprimary.net/crosthwaiteprimaryschool

Toilet Facilities:  Toilets are available at this event.

Directions / Parking:  Parking will be clearly signposted. Also, there will be a minibus service to ferry guests between locations. For those who prefer to stroll, the main walking route connecting most of the gardens within the village is short and easily manageable.

Location:  Cumbria.  Use Sat Nav postcode: LA8 8HT (please verify before travelling)

Please ... tell the organisers that you found them on the Open Gardens National Directory.