Come and visit the lovely village of Hanley Swan and enjoy some beautiful gardens over the May Bank Holiday weekend.
Situated beneath the magnificent Malvern Hills, Hanley Swan is a lovely village full of charm. It’s delights visitors with a beautiful pond with exclusive duck houses for our resident ducks. A welcoming and extremely popular village pub offering great food, and a warm and friendly atmosphere with al fresco dining. The village green hosts a magnificent Royal Oak tree that has sat in the village for nearly 200 years and the village is lucky to enjoy a much-loved village shop, along with a thriving collection of local businesses.
The Hanley Swan Open Gardens has been a firm fixture in the village calendar for many years but in 2026 the baton has been passed to a new enthusiastic group of village gardeners who will continue the focus of raising important funding for the local community.
We are one of the first Village Open Garden events to welcome visitors and we invite YOU to join us over the May Bank Holiday
Saturday 1st May 2027
Sunday 2nd May 2027
Monday 3rd May 2027
12 pm - 5 pm daily
Admission
£7.50 per person Your ticket gives you access to all 3 days. Children have FREE admission & dogs are welcome.
What truly makes Hanley Swan special, however, is our community of passionate gardeners who pour creativity and care into their special gardens. This May Bank Holiday weekend, these devoted gardeners are delighted to open their gates and invite you into their horticultural havens.
We warmly welcome you to join our annual Garden Party - a celebration of natural beauty, community spirit, and the simple pleasures of English country gardens in spring bloom. Come and experience the fruits of our labour and the unique character of our beloved village.
Join us for a delightful spring weekend exploring 16 beautiful private gardens throughout our village.
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Admission
- £7.50 per person (one ticket provides access for all three days)
- Children and dogs are welcome free of charge
- Purchase tickets at any participating garden
- Please retain and wear your entry sticker if returning on multiple days
Getting Around
Our gardens are spread across Roberts End, Picken End, Gilberts End and Worcester Road, covering approximately 3 miles if you visit them all.
Take your time and visit the gardens over a couple of days
Walking Option:
- Enjoy a pleasant stroll using the footpaths connecting all three areas
- Walking routes help avoid parking concerns and let you enjoy the village scenery
Driving Option:
- Designated parking is available at Garden 1 (The Grange) and St. Gabriel's Church
- Street parking is available near the gardens in Worcester Road, Picken End and Gilberts End
Refreshments
- Light lunches and cream teas are served throughout the weekend at The Grange (Garden 1)
- Additional cream teas are available at St. Gabriel's Church
- Make a day of it or return across the weekend to see everything at your leisure! Maps will be provided with your ticket.
