| Status: | Active, open to new members |
| Leader: | |
| Deputy Leader: | |
| Group email: | Gardens group |
| When: | Monthly The dates and times vary |
There is no need to be a member of the Garden Group to attend our trips or to commit to any specific number of visits. Once at the location you are free to do exactly what you want - we wander around in small groups or alone!
Transport costs are estimated - the more people that come the cheaper it will be. We normally give a rebate on the day if numbers allow a reduction in the charge. Costs are published on the website event and in the Newsletter once we have an idea of numbers.
Please note that payment for the transport is required TWO WEEKS before the trip - please make cheques payable to 'Ashbourne and District U3A' and either bring to the Monthly Meeting or give to Sandra Holmes and Mary Marshall;
Cancellation - in the unlikely event that you need to cancel PLEASE ring one of the Organisers to let us know at your earliest opportunity. If you can get someone to take your place please do so - if not we will try and repay transport fees in part or in full - but we CANNOT do so if we have not covered our costs.
Booking lists are available at the Monthly Meeting or book directly with Sandra Holmes and Mary Marshall
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Dates For Your Diary
Wednesday May 27th
On May 27th we are going to visit Renishaw Hall near Sheffield. After a welcome drink, we will have a guided tour of the Hall. Lunch is included in the cost and you will have a day pass to the Gardens, Sitwell Museum and Vineyard.
June 23rd 2026
There will be a visit to the very popular Floral Media on Tuesday 23rd June. This visit will include lunch. We have a waiting list.
July 15th 2026
We will visit Easton Walled Garden on Wednesday 15th July. The visit takes place in the middle of the sweet pea season which is their speciality so hopefully (weather permitting) will be very fragrant! This excursion is almost full but a waiting list will be set up if needed.
August 10th 2026
On Monday August 10th we are going to Arley Hall. This visit is proving very popular but there are a few places still available.
September 3rd 2026
There will be a trip to Wales to see the wonderful Italian gardens at Powys Castle. Details to follow but save the day!