Autumn is one of the best times to enjoy the Retford Park gardens, with its crisp mornings and vivid colours.

Join us for a delicious breakfast of local goodies including croissants, frittatas, fruit and more, followed by a morning walk in the beautiful grounds led by Head Gardener, Keith Hunter.

Images: Autumn morning, Millenium canal; Garden Tour, Retford Park gardens. Photographs by Ann Frederick

Discover some of the garden’s best autumn performers, and learn how to attract a greater diversity of birds, bees, fungi, insects and other living things to your garden. From shelter belts and nesting boxes to bee hotels and “messy” gardening, we’ll inspire you with lots of ideas to try at home.

Bring your notepad, binoculars, camera, waterproof shoes and a hat.

Image: Autumn morning, Retford Park gardens. Photographs by Ann Frederick

How to book your tickets

Tickets: National Trust members $55, adults $65, concession $60

Book via Eventbrite, where possible, to guarantee a spot.

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