
A gardener's glimpse: a tour with the Head Gardener
Thu 27 Aug · 12:30
Gibside
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A tour led by the Head Gardener is available on Saturday, 31 July 2026, at Gibside in Newcastle. The session will explore Gibside's Georgian landscape and discuss nature from a horticultural specialist’s perspective.
Step into the heart of Gibside's Georgian landscape and discover the season through the eyes of our Head Gardener, a horticultural specialist with a wealth of experience nurturing heritage gardens.
This intimate guided walk offers an opportunity to explore the immediate formal gardens and inner pleasure grounds in their seasonal glory.
Whether you're a seasoned gardener or simply enchanted by nature's changing palette, this tour promises to inspire and share knowledge of the estate's horticultural history, as well as learning the current work of the dedicated gardening team.
Ask questions along the way, see seasonal beauty spots, and take home some top gardening tips.
This event is aimed at adults, although everyone is welcome. Free, booking recommended, but walk-ins will be accepted on the day. Normal admission applies.
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A gardener's glimpse: a tour with the Head Gardener takes place on Thursday, 27 August 2026 at 12:30. The event runs until Thursday, 28 January 2027.
A gardener's glimpse: a tour with the Head Gardener is held at Gibside in Newcastle upon Tyne (near Rowlands Gill, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear).
Tickets for A gardener's glimpse: a tour with the Head Gardener can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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A gardener's glimpse: a tour with the Head Gardener
Editorial Summary
A tour led by the Head Gardener is available on Saturday, 31 July 2026, at Gibside in Newcastle. The session will explore Gibside's Georgian landscape and discuss nature from a horticultural specialist’s perspective.
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Organiser’s full description
Step into the heart of Gibside's Georgian landscape and discover the season through the eyes of our Head Gardener, a horticultural specialist with a wealth of experience nurturing heritage gardens.
This intimate guided walk offers an opportunity to explore the immediate formal gardens and inner pleasure grounds in their seasonal glory.
Whether you're a seasoned gardener or simply enchanted by nature's changing palette, this tour promises to inspire and share knowledge of the estate's horticultural history, as well as learning the current work of the dedicated gardening team.
Ask questions along the way, see seasonal beauty spots, and take home some top gardening tips.
This event is aimed at adults, although everyone is welcome. Free, booking recommended, but walk-ins will be accepted on the day. Normal admission applies.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is A gardener's glimpse: a tour with the Head Gardener?
A gardener's glimpse: a tour with the Head Gardener takes place on Thursday, 27 August 2026 at 12:30. The event runs until Thursday, 28 January 2027.
Where is A gardener's glimpse: a tour with the Head Gardener taking place?
A gardener's glimpse: a tour with the Head Gardener is held at Gibside in Newcastle upon Tyne (near Rowlands Gill, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear).
How do I get tickets for A gardener's glimpse: a tour with the Head Gardener?
Tickets for A gardener's glimpse: a tour with the Head Gardener can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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