We’re very pleased to announce a special visit to Hilldrop garden in Essex on Thursday 30th July.
This will be a fascinating insight into a unique garden. John Little has lived here for thirty years, experimenting in methods to increase biodiversity whilst also prioritising the aesthetics of the garden.
He’s also been operating the Grass Roof Company since1998, and Green Roof Shelters. His recent venture, Care Not Capital, provides free training for gardeners. “To equip the modern gardener to create sustainable green spaces for a changing world”
This private visit will include a tour of the four acre garden by John, time to explore on our own, and a great opportunity to network with GMG members.
10.30 Arrive, meet in the Garden Room for tea and coffee, John will give us an introduction to the garden and Care Not Capital.
11.00 Explore the four acre garden ourselves.
12.00 Lunch, bring your own or indulge in a delicious home cooked lunch with wine for £25
1.30 Tour with John, he’ll explain his methods of gardening developed over the years to increase biodiversity, and how he incorporates recycled materials into gardens.
3.00 End of visit
Garden open days for the public are fully booked, so this is the only opportunity to visit the garden this year.
By registering you agree to sharing your name and contact details with other G.M.G. visitors to Hilldrop.
Getting there
Hilldrop, Horndon on the Hill SS17 8QB
There’s parking at Hilldrop.
Stanford Le Hope station is about 3 miles away, it’s possible to get a taxi, best booked in advance.
More information about John Little:
https://www.greenroofshelters.co.uk/
https://www.carenotcapital.org/
https://www.grassroofcompany.co.uk/
All profits from garden visits go to Care Not Capital, donations can be made here
Prices
Please find a list of tickets for this event below.
| Ticket |
Price |
| Any member |
£0.00 |
Delegate Terms and Conditions
Please read these terms and conditions carefully before you book your place on the tour.
Event entry is in the name of the GMG Member only and cannot be passed on to non-members unless the event allows the admission of non-members to attend. Please note, to be eligible to attend you must have renewed your membership. If you are only able to visit a garden with a driver or carer, please contact the office with details and request a place for a second person.
Refund Policy
For events where tickets have been purchased, tickets are non-refundable but may be transferred to a future visit if 48 working hours notice has been given.
Cancellation Policy
If you cannot attend, cancellations must be made 48 working hours or more prior to the event by contacting admin@gardenmediaguild.co.uk.
We may cancel or interrupt the tour at any time if an event outside our reasonable control prevents us from operating (force majeure). This could include severe weather or injury or illness of the tour guide.
If the tour cannot go ahead for any reason, we will contact you as soon as possible to let you know.
Waiting List
If the event is ‘sold out or fully booked’ then members can be placed on a waiting list and will be informed as soon as possible but could be within 24 hours of the event
Attire
Appropriate clothing and footwear must be worn. The Garden Media Guild will advise if specific clothing is needed at working factories etc.
Accessibility
Please be aware that some gardens may be difficult for people reliant on a wheelchair or other aids due to narrow paths, steps etc. If you have accessibility requirements, please contact us in advance.
Loss or Damage
The garden owners and The Garden Media Guild cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage to you or your personal effects. You visit the gardens at your own risk.
Videos and photography
Different gardens will have different rules around video and photography. It is your responsibility to make sure you follow any rules around video and photography on any visit.
Data protection
The Garden Media Guild is committed to your security and privacy. We do not share your personal details to any third party. It is kept in line with our Privacy Policy https://www.gardenmediaguild.co.uk/privacy_policy.aspx. If you book a garden visit, your personal details will be required to send you confirmation or other details, such as tickets, and may be used to send you a survey at the end.