Bedminster Secret Gardens

approx 35 gardens open Bedminster, Bristol
Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th June 2026
12.00noon to 5.00pm

When you think of Bedminster in central / south Bristol, what do you think of? Terraces of brick houses with tiny gardens, small yards and doors that open on to the street? Have you ever wondered what's hidden behind the houses? They might be small, but they're perfectly formed.

Get inspiration, enter a world of plants and see creative, productive and beautiful gardens. Take a look through the keyhole - you'll be surprised at what you find.

This summer, as part of the Bedminster Festival of Gardening, local people will be opening their back gates so that you can discover the secret gardens of Bedminster, Southville and Ashton. Many gardens will be opening for the first time. You can visit gardens on both days (some gardens will open on one day only - see website for details).

Proceeds:  This year Bedminster's Secret Gardens is raising funds to support community gardening and environmental projects across greater Bedminster.

Plant sales:  Plant sales available at some gardens.

Cost:  Minimum donation please of £3.00 adults, covers both days, accompanied children free.

How to get tickets / programmes:  Available on the days from any participating garden and from the stall by Nat West Bank, North Street from 11.30am. A Garden Guide is available on our website.

Number of gardens:  Approximately 35 gardens will be open, but the total may vary from day to day - please contact the organisers if you need exact numbers.

Contact the organisers:  Phone: 07986 293 356  Email: matthewsymonds@me.com  
Web: https://bloomingbedminster.tumblr.com/secret-gardens

Toilet Facilities:  Toilets are available at this event.

Directions / Parking:  The gardens are spread across Bedminster and are easily reached on foot or cycle. The best place to start your visit is at the information stall by Nat West Bank, North Street, see website for travel information.

Location:  Avon.  Use Sat Nav postcode: BS3 1TF (please verify before travelling)

Please ... tell the organisers that you found them on the Open Gardens National Directory.
and ... thank them for making a donation this year to help with our running costs.