The Laskett Gardens

13/02/2026

Unfortunately The Laskett Garden will be closed for the 2026 season. Further details will be available in due course.

24/12/2025

We would like to wish all our wonderful volunteers, visitors, Friends of Perennial and followers a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 🎄🥂

We look forward to welcoming you back to The Laskett Garden in 2026 for Early Spring Flowers on 14 and 15 February.

Book here: https://perennial.org.uk/support-us/events/spring-flowers-at-the-laskett/

23/12/2025

Lou did a wonderful job decorating the fireplace for Christmas, using natural materials, gentle candlelight and garden greenery.

Subtle, seasonal and perfectly in keeping with the house at this time of year 🌿

23/12/2025

As we reflect on 2025, it’s a moment to look back on a year of hard work, resilience and celebration at The Laskett.

James shares highlights from a ‘hot Laskett summer’ and the joy of marking Sir Roy Strong’s 90th birthday. He also reflects on the vital role played by volunteers, alongside stories from across Perennial’s gardens and a message of thanks to everyone who has supported the charity.

Visit the link to read the full blog and look back on 2025 with us:
https://perennial.org.uk/gardens/garden-news/reflecting-on-2025/

Perennial - Gardeners' Royal Benevolent Society

Before we hear from the teams, James Madge, Garden Manager at The Laskett, would like to share a message on behalf of all the gardens:We’d like to thank all our visitors for taking the time to visit our beautiful gardens and in turn supporting a great charity.Currently there is an ever-growing nee...

12/12/2025

Join us tomorrow or Sunday at The Laskett for a winter wander around the garden.

Our theatrical topiary and hedging provide a stunning backdrop for the celebratory architecture at this time of year.

The garden and café will be open from 10.30am to 4pm due to winter light hours, and you're very welcome to bring a picnic lunch, along with merriment, cheer and sturdy shoes!

Book your visit: https://perennial.simplybook.it/v2/

There's also one space left on Sunday for our Wreath Making Workshop, which includes garden entry:
https://perennial.org.uk/support-us/events/wreath-making-at-the-laskett-sunday/

10/12/2025

Join us at The Laskett Garden this weekend, Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 December, for a winter wander around the garden.

Our theatrical topiary and hedging provide a stunning backdrop for the celebratory architecture at this time of year.

The garden and café will be open from 10.30am to 4pm due to winter light hours, and you're very welcome to bring a picnic lunch, along with merriment, cheer and sturdy shoes!

Book your visit: https://perennial.simplybook.it/v2/

There's also one space left on Sunday for our Wreath Making Workshop, which includes garden entry:
https://perennial.org.uk/support-us/events/wreath-making-at-the-laskett-sunday/

05/12/2025

A heartfelt thank you to all our volunteers who have supported The Laskett and Perennial - Gardeners' Royal Benevolent Society throughout 2025 and into the year ahead. We simply couldn’t do what we do without you.

You bring such energy, care and good humour each time you step into the garden, it’s a real joy to have you here with us.

Thank you again for everything you do.

04/12/2025

We’re delighted to share that The Laskett Garden will become an RHS Partner Garden in 2026 🌿

From next year, RHS - Royal Horticultural Society members can visit for free on Wednesdays during our open season (just bring your membership card).

It’s a real pleasure to be included alongside so many inspiring gardens and we're really looking forward to welcoming new visitors to The Laskett in the Spring.

Find out more about the new RHS Partner Gardens for 2026 here:
https://www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/partner-gardens/articles/new-rhs-partner-gardens

02/12/2025

This week we’ve been preparing for our December open weekend by planting up some winter pots.

A mix of hellebores, ferns, skimmia, heathers, snowdrops and bright cornus stems brings structure and subtle winter interest, catching the low light beautifully against the brickwork.