The Station
and Garden
This original, Victorian railway station was on the Hexham
to Allendale line (1867-1950). It has been lovingly restored and now
offers art exhibitions, a wide variety of courses, plants for sale and
two charming cafés.
A delightful Woodland
Garden extends down the track under the bridges for everyone to enjoy.
It is a unique attraction, appreciated for its tranquillity, imaginative
planting and unusual landscape.
Jane Torday, former
owner and now our garden consultant, is happy to give guided tours by
appointment to small groups throughout the summer on weekdays.
Food and
Drink
Cakes,
hot and cold drinks, home-made soup and other organic and local delights
are served in the Station from Fridays to Mondays (Thursdays to Mondays
in summer). Self-service snacks and drinks are available in the Leaning
Shed Café every day.
Courses
We offer courses
in a whole range of areas to suit all levels: art, crafts, gardening,
ecology, poetry, food - creative, informative days out with real inspiration
and a delicious lunch included. For more about The Garden Station’s
courses and events, see the
website or ring 01434 684 391.
Art exhibitions:
Our
Summer Exhibition, Sunday 8th June - Monday 11th August:
Green Thoughts in a Green Shade
Distinguished
artists from all around the North contribute to a remarkable exhibition
both in the garden and inside the station, including leading works celebrating
'The Green Man', universal and ancient symbol of renewal, by ceramicist
Walter Storey. This exhibition looks at the mystery, beauty and power
of gardens and the natural world.
Our Autumn Exhibition,
Friday 3rd October - Wednesday 19th November:
Batiks by Pete Winstanley.
Pete has practised
the ancient craft of batik for over 35 years, and he has exhibited at
many venues in the North. His work, most often inspired by natural forms,
is full of power, light and wit.
Permanent
Exhibits
Textile
Artist Paddy Killer's exquisite painted silk voile garden hangings,
originally commissioned for an exhibition at Belsay Hall, Northumberland,
are in The Garden Station.
Sculptures
by William Pym, Sophie Thompson and Dennis Kilgallon enhance the Woodland
Garden.
Plants
for sale
A selection of hardy and interesting perennial plants from Northern
nurseries is available as well as a number of woodland plants propagated
at The Garden Station.
Admission:
FREE Opening times: March to December 10a.m. - 5p.m.
The Leaning Shed café and the Woodland Garden are open to visitors
7 days a week.
The main café is open from Thursdays-Mondays (Fridays-Mondays
from March to April and September to New Year)
