Open Gardens

Secret Gardens

Welcome to Histon & Impington Open Gardens. Every two years, the owners of some of the most beautiful private gardens in our villages open them up to the public to visit for one day in June. All proceeds from the event are shared between several local charities each year. It’s a magical and fun family day out.

In these secret green spaces, you can wander between lush flowersbeds and borders, sit shaded by mature trees and shrubs and marvel at plump fruit and veg grown by our villages’ most dedicated and passionate gardeners. And if that’s not enough, some of the owners also offer food and drinks, music or even book readings in their gardens. Sit and sip a cup of tea and enjoy a slice of homemade cake while local musicians serenade you or enjoy lunch to the sound of birdsong and the sight of butterflies flitting between the summer blooms.

This year’s event takes place on Sunday 9 June 2019, 12 noon – 6pm. Now in it’s 7th year Histon & Impington Open Gardens is bigger and better than ever before. Out of a total of 18 gardens opening – our biggest number to date – 11 are new additions, opening to the public for the very first time.

So whether you’re a veteran of Open Gardens or you’re new to the idea of visiting our villages’ beautiful private spaces, you’re all in for a treat!