Bridges, Suffolk; where Shakespeare takes centre stage

Behind the wisteria clad facade of this 15th Century terraced house in the centre of Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk lies a garden of surprises. Banks of iris, an abundance of apple trees, a godzilla fountain, a classical 'Umbrello' and the 'Shakespeare Garden' are complimented with beautiful town views to create a theatrical garden not to be missed. Join owner Michael Elles as he takes you on a virtual visit.
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[@jjefferyworboys8138]

Beautiful garden, thanks for sharing. Has given me some great ideas.

[@katharinedavis4947]

Beautiful. I love the views through the hedges to other parts of the garden. I think it gives me the impression that the garden is never ending. K

[@ciganyweaverandherperiwink6293]

Gorgeous garden, every bit of effort, time and money has paid off. The narration was really well done, friendly, relaxed yet informative. Thank you so much. England in the spring and summer is pure heaven. I believe all the gardeners with videos on this channel who say, 'I travel a lot but this is my favourite place in the world'.

[@nancyhobson9710]

To have afternoon tea under that large tree and be able to gaze around that pretty garden - bliss!

[@michaelelles1124]

Thank you for the kind comments. It's very pleasing to see the garden through the eyes of other people

[@juliancoulden1753]

Exquisite! You must be working in the garden 24/7, do you ever find time to just sit and enjoy your beautiful creation?! There’s nothing low maintenance about your wonderful garden. It’s not only because we can see what you have achieved but it’s inspirational as well. So many ideas for our own gardens! Thank you!

[@glastonb12]

What a garden to live up to.

[@beckyscheller9358]

Thanks for sharing. Love the brick rings

[@jenniferboyle2865]

Sir, I salute you, this really is a work of Art. If you are open in August I will be visiting.

[@michaelelles1124]

Dear Jennifer, many thanks for your kind comment. We will be opening the garden on Sunday August 30th. Given the current situation, pre-booked and timed tickets must be purchased through the NGS. Sadly, no teas, coffee or cakes until we are free from this crippling virus.

[@lisamathews2510]

Narnia springs to mind splendid garden👌💖💐

[@michaelelles1124]

Thank you for the many kind and appreciative comments. I'm happy to say that we will be opening for the NGS on Sunday August 30th. Given the current situation, pre-booked and timed tickets must be purchased through the NGS

[@Probity100]

Such a gorgeous gem of a garden

[@jillymouseful]

👏👏👏 Beautiful 🙏❣️☘️

[@vickimaiorano5763]

Stunning

[@angelacross2216]

Gorgeous.

[@taniatay6081]

Absolutely stunning gardens - hope you'll open again in 2022 on the scheme as would love to wander along the paths for real, love the design of the summer house

[@Moonwing72]

Gorgeous 💗

[@debbebunch9973]

Breathtaking!! Thank you for sharing!!!

[@777greglee]

Wow. Such a beautiful garden. Thank you!

[@asianangie7209]

What an amazing garden! I really enjoyed the tour...my eyes and ears thanks you. Calming space and calming voice.

[@paloma2364]

Gorgeous! And the work that must go into it!

[@lizystratabojomira]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@susanbryan2991]

Such an amazing garden you must be so proud it’s like a little piece of heaven, and thank you for sharing it with us !!

[@agnespaunochnenemeth7928]

Breath-taking .Congrats.

[@almawalker1432]

Fantastic garden!

[@sosoutherncustomequestrian4598]

My Lord, just beautiful!!!

[@brianmalsberger2620]

Deeply beautiful! Thank you!

[@redbanana6841]

Absolutely stunning! Thank you so much.

[@heatherstephens9295]

Thoroughly enjoyed this tour. Your garden has the WOW + factor 🙏

[@fishermann1102]

Beautiful!

[@carlwallwork2035]

Glorious. Thank you.

[@leahs8900]

Beautiful! Thanks for sharing.

[@maryloureeve9938]

Would love to see this garden live. Must put on my list.

[@jamesknight216]

Magnificent. I just bought a new house and this is quite inspirational.

[@LisaGreenbow]

I thoroughly enjoyed the tour. I like the way you have different rooms. I hope your beech hedge got trimmed this year and you got to open in August.I like that there is a formal area and some areas that look quite blousy.

[@lindapeterson5992]

I will have to return to really appreciate it all, but at the top I will remember dahlias with peonies and the mixed hedge...thank you.

[@1958pobs]

Beautiful garden, absolutely honour to see it! Your laburnham ring has put me in mind that should love to have a laburnham tree and wisteria together, I think that would be gorgeous.

[@simonwright2476]

Excellent.!!!

[@fishermann1102]

Thank you

[@nancyhobson9710]

Thank you. Gave me a few ideas.

[@adamblack9574]

Absolutely stunning!!

[@41259mike]

very nice.......

[@Jthe5th]

How old is the gleditsia? It's got such a nice shape. Do you know which cultivar it is?

[@Garden-flowers-Garden]

💛🌸🙃🌸

[@inthegarden6556]

What is the big beautiful tall yellow tree you have?

[@katharinedavis4947]

@in the garden. I think he said a Gleditsia. K

[@inthegarden6556]

@@katharinedavis4947 thank you

[@SilasMoleCatcher]

‘I know a bank whereon the wild thyme blows, Where oxlips and the nodding violet grows.’

[@jeromegagnon8335]

The wisteria seems to grow in the sidewalk lol.

[@Ishisah]

It's so lovely, but so shaky 😫.