York Gate is a fabulous garden owned and managed by Perennial (formerly the Gardeners’ Royal Benevolent Society). A one acre plantsman’s garden it is divided into fourteen individual ‘rooms’ each with unique architectural features. What makes this garden exceptional is the exquisite detail to be found within each: the pavement maze in the driveway, the espaliered cedar in the pinetum, the meticulous arrangement of stone setts and gravel along the path in the canal garden. Another distinguishing feature is the skill with which these rooms are united into a coherent whole. This is achieved using a continuous succession of vistas, each culminating in a focal point – perfectly placed and immaculately proportioned – be it a potting shed window, an eight foot high sundial or an old water pump. Open from Easter until the end of September, every Thursday, Sunday & Bank Holiday Monday 2.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. Also a few selected evenings. Private visits are also welcome. Please telephone (0)113 2678240(0)113 2678240. This garden is highly recommended!