About us
‘In April 2012, my dear friend Penny Kater, a horticulturalist, and I were wandering around my garden when we questioned if we were the only two people in our district who wanted to learn and exchange garden information , we talked about how enriching it would be to meet and share this wonderful ‘calling’ of gardening. And so the idea of the Paterson Allyn Garden Group was born.
This wonderful group of gardeners meet regularly to share, learn and discuss our love of gardening – I am sure I am not the only one whose sanity has been saved through the coming together of such like-minded people’
Now nearly seven later we are embarking on our first Paterson Allyn Garden Group Ramble and it is with great excitement that we invite you to visit 5 of our beautiful rambling country gardens in the charming Paterson and Allyn valleys'.
Janie Chandler
Chair
Our reasons to share our valleys
A desire to share the many beautiful gardens in the Paterson Allyn valleys with as many people as possible, and the possibility of incidentally raising money for worthwhile community projects, are driving the garden ramble.
The five gardens selected for the ramble, are country gardens, spread out and rambling without the confines of suburbia to restrict their owners’ imagination.
The vision defining the ramble includes not just five amazingly varied gardens, but has a distinct historical flavour, with the inclusion of “Duninald” on the outskirts of Paterson and the old Lindemans property “Cawarra” on the outskirts of Gresford, where owners will be on hand to talk about the long history of those properties and their gardens.
Whilst our gardens are some distance apart, the route is a scenically enjoyable one, with a number of local eateries along the way. or pre-order a picnic and then enjoy a perfect day out in the country to see the sort of gardens which can only exist in a rural environment.
Our Gardens
Garden 1
‘Duninald’,
1525 Paterson Rd
Paterson
The beautiful historic garden at Duninald is a fine example of the simplicity of old farm garden design and showcases many old trees around the house and in the unique and magical woodland.
Garden 2
163 Lennoxton Road,
Vacy
A rustic and unusual garden - around each corner you will find interesting and quirky sights – whether it be a Canadian Canoe as a garlic bed or the toilets seat gardens, as you wonder up and down and around, you will be surprised at every turn.
Garden 3
'Cawarra’
Lostock Road,
Gresford
The original home of Dr Henry Lindeman of Lindeman’s wines, and still the residence of descendants of the Lindeman family. Drive up the long sweeping road and take time to enjoy the history as you approach the beautiful blue sandstone house and buildings of the Cawarra Homestead.
Garden 4
'Riverglen'
842 Allyn River Road,
Allynbrook
Next to the historic St Mary on Allyn Church you will find 3 acres of a modern country garden. Walk down the wisteria drive and notice the historic 120 year old white cedar tree, along with the over 100 years wisteria arbor, both beautifully married into this modern and delightful garden.
Garden 5
'Allynbrook Park’
1645 Allyn River Road,
Halton
Set amongst 4 acres of parkland garden, the property was once a traditional dairy, the owners have spent the last 10 years designing and building this beautiful garden - a joy to see.
Pre-Order your picnic from these Cafes
Paterson Service Station Cafe
4938 5566
Vacy General Store and Cafe
4938 8138
Gresford Cross-Roads Cafe
4938 9239
Additional Information
Entry
$5 Entry Fee at each Garden
School Children Free
Parking is available at all gardens - restricted to cars and coaches of no
more than 25 person capacity.
No dogs or pets - these are working farms
Café - Great food and drinks
Paterson Service Station and Café – Slice of either quiche or vegetable slice and salad - $15
Vacy Store and Café – Slice of either quiche or vegetable slice and salad - $15
Gresford Cross Roads Café and Post Office – Sandwiches and nibble bar - $7.50
Drinks, Sweet delights, Pies, Sausage Rolls etc are also available – just ask, pre-order, pay and collect at the ‘Pre-Ordered’ collection point within each Café.
You are welcome to bring a picnic rug or picnic chairs and tables to enjoy some great food available from 3 supporting local Cafés.
Be aware
These are country gardens so we advise you to wear enclosed shoes, be aware of uneven surfaces, water i.e. dams, and general hazards associated with working country farms.
Fuel and Toilets
Fuel
Paterson Service Station and Café
Vacy General Store and Café
Gresford Garage and Rural
Toilets
Paterson – John Tucker Park
Vacy – between the RFS and the Farmers Hotel
East Gresford – Orana Park and next to School of Arts building
St Mary on Allyn
Sponsors
Gresford District Community Group
Paterson Service Station and Café
Vacy General Store and Café
Gresford Cross Roads Café
Boydell Wines at East Gresford
The money raised from this event will go towards the expansion of the Arboretum in East Gresford. This is a community project that has the support of the Gresford and District Community Group, the Garden Group and Landcare. The aim of the project is to showcase local flora especially endangered and rare species, to encourage local land owners to plant these species and to be an educational resource. The original plantings were done by the children of Gresford Public School with the assistance of the grandparents on Grandparents Day 2016.
A special thanks to the owners of the Gardens. Your enthusiasm and love of gardening makes this a special event not only for you but also to everyone who will visit your little piece of the beautiful Paterson and Allyn Valleys. Your assistance in participating in the Paterson Allyn Garden Groups first Garden Ramble is really appreciated.
For further information please contact: