Sidmouth in Bloom: Nurturing Nature, Community & Colour

Our Mission

Sidmouth in Bloom is a volunteer-powered community group dedicated to enhancing the town through Horticulture, Environmental care, and Community spirit. We green public spaces, support local volunteer groups to protect our beautiful surroundings, and encourage residents to take pride in keeping Sidmouth sparkling clean and joyfully floral.

We also raise funds for planting projects and environmental upkeep, and run hands-on groups like:

  • The Sidplanters – regular gardening crew

  • The Sidcombers – beach cleaners

  • The Sidbashers – tackling Himalayan balsam

Purple flowers bloom in a vibrant garden with a lush green lawn and assorted plants. A sunny day highlights a cozy house with a glass conservatory.

Sidmouth’s Secluded Gardens

Saturday 4th & Sunday 5th July 2026.

A glorious selection of beautiful gardens of all shapes and styles.

All proceeds raised are in aid of Sidmouth in Bloom’s work keeping Sidmouth’s environment beautiful for residents and visitors alike. 

Only £8 for entry to all gardens, tickets available in advance from Sidmouth Tourist Information Centre or give a suggested donation (cash only please) of £2 or more at those gardens you visit.

Lush garden with a tranquil pond, surrounded by vibrant greenery and colorful foliage. Wooden pergola in background under a clear blue sky. Peaceful ambiance.

‘Byes Reach’ 26 Coulsdon Rd.  EX10 9JP ///gasp.cheer.wants

Backing onto the Byes, colour-themed borders, rill, pond, rockery, ferns, hostas, raised veg beds, long fruit espalier archway, greenhouse.

Entry also via Livonia Field through back gate.

Dogs on SHORT leads. Wheelchair access.

Open Sat & Sun 1 – 5pm TEAS SERVED 

 

‘Woodpeckers’ Knowle Drive. EX10 8HW ///cute.areas.thick

Large Garden, ponds, small woodland with Biodiversity in mind.  Vegetable area, trees and shrub borders, walled garden, interesting selection of plants with views across valley.

Sorry, no dogs. No wheelchair access.

Open Sunday 11 – 5pm

 

‘Carrick’ 15 Sidlands, EX109UE. ///wonderfully.taps.tulip

Wonderful front border of herbaceous plants & shrubs, many interesting plants, gravel garden, large vegetable garden, fruit & greenhouse.  Views to the sea.

Sorry no dogs.  Wheelchair access

Open Saturday only 1 – 5pm

 

‘Moose Holt’ Boughmore Rd, EX10 8SH ///alive.blaze.perky

Fabulous landscaped, 3-tiered garden with different ‘secret rooms and themes’ framed by mature yew hedges, amazing views across to hills and the sea. Large pond, new greenhouse and vegetable area.

Sorry no dogs. No wheelchair access – garden has lots of steps.

Open Sat & Sun 1 – 5pm

 

21 Coulsdon Rd, EX10 9JJ  ///tune.puff.hike

Level garden developed over 13 years, packed with herbaceous plants, grasses, shrubs and trees to create different areas of interest for pottering and sitting. Plenty of seating areas to enjoy tea and home made cakes. Potting shed, summer house, and patio positioned to take advantage of views of the garden and the hills beyond. Curved borders, raised beds, and a variety of willow animals, wooden and rusted metal birds.

Open 1-5 Sat & Sun. TEAS SERVED

 

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