Millennium Garden Magic at Pensthorpe

Pensthorpe is hosting a week of events in September to celebrate its much-loved Millennium Garden, created by award-winning designer Piet Oudolf.

The 700-acre nature reserve on the outskirts of Fakenham is home to five stunning gardens, but this September, the Millennium Garden is marking its 25th anniversary. This milestone will be celebrated, with a week of specially curated events running from the 8-12th September.

Events across the week include history talks and plant tours, local artists taking residence in the garden, volunteers being welcomed to take part in the practical side of gardening and special mini gardeners club to ignite passion in the next generation of garden lovers.

There will also be a ballet class taking place in the garden and an evening event celebrating the history of the garden. The week will culminate with a time capsule being laid by Pensthorpe’s owners, Deb & Bill Jordan to commemorate the garden.

Jonathan Pearce, Head Gardener at Pensthorpe said; “Gardening is for everyone, from young children to retirees and potterers to experienced plantspeople. The Millennium Garden is a spectacular feast for the senses and can be enjoyed on every single level. The range of things on offer over the week means everyone can experience the garden in the way that feels right for them.

“Having Piet Oudoulf design the garden and then revisiting it ten years later was a huge honour for Pensthorpe. The team and I love all the gardens, but there is something wonderful about watching a garden grow and evolve over the last 25 years. We will give it the week of celebrations it deserves.”

Packed with over 150 species of shrubs, grasses and climbers – not to mention the wildlife that visits throughout the seasons – Piet Oudolf’s ode to natural nuance is where visitors will find the very best perennial planting in the region.

For the full itinerary of events visit 25 Years of the Millennium Gardens, where you will find all the details and how to book.

Piet Oudolf at Pensthorpe Millennium Garden, Norfolk