Felley Priory was founded in 1156 and dissolved by Henry VIII in 1536. Later that century a new smaller house was built, which was added to in 1886.

Work on the garden began in 1976 when the hedges were planted and the herbaceous borders were started. There are also pergolas and knot gardens, a garden of old fashioned roses and a medieval garden. As you explore there are many uncommon trees and shrubs to be discovered.

The garden is also open for the National Garden Scheme on a Sunday in April, and for the NCCPG Plant Fairs on the first Sundays in June and October.

The Nursery

All the plants and shrubs sold are grown in the garden, so you can see them flowering. They are mostly old fashioned and unusual. Some are fairly tender but all of them have survived in this garden at 600ft above sea level.

The garden and nursery are now open Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 9:00am until 12:30pm all year round. Every second and fourth Wednesday 9:00am until 4:00pm and every third from Sunday 11:00am until 4:00pm. from March until October. Refreshments are available.

The gardens are suitable for wheelchairs, but no dogs are allowed, sorry. There is ample FREE parking. For further information please telephone 01773 810230 or facsimile 01773 580440.

Admission £1.50 per adult, children FREE. Felley Priory is only a 3 minute drive from the M1 motorway (see location map).