Caversham Court
In May 2006 the Heritage Lottery Fund approved funding to support the restoration of Caversham Court gardens. A large amount of the funding will be used to restore the 17th and 19th century features of the garden, including the gazebo and its causeway, the crinkle-crankle retaining wall, and the ancient yew family and hedge.
Some historic features that have been removed over the years will be replaced, like the ornamental Pugin-designed gateway. The planting will also be restored to recreate the intimacy of the private garden with its flower borders and riverside walk.
Proposals have also been made that include a tea garden run for the benefit of charity, and a boat landing stage. The gardens will be a base for horticultural training of staff, apprentices and volunteers, as well as an educational resource for schools.
A part-time project officer and a new full time Head Gardener are now in post.
Further information is available here.