The Gibberd Garden

The Gibberd Garden The Gibberd Garden is an inspirational 9 acre garden with over 80 post-war sculptures & architecture. Registered Charity No: 1053608.
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The Gibberd Garden is an inspirational 9 acre garden with over 80 post-war sculptures and architectural pieces set in a series of enchanting spaces, including formal lawns, ornate terraces, a dramatic mature lime avenue, pools, streams and glades – with fabulous garden views from Sir Frederick Gibberd’s own house (open Sundays only). It has been described by BBC Gardener’s World as “One of the mo

st important post-war gardens in the country….where sculpture and plants complement each other perfectly.”

The Garden is included on the English Heritage Register of Parks & Gardens of Special Interest and is listed Grade II.

Essex Book Festival is coming to The Gibberd Garden this Sunday, 28th June!Join us for a beautiful afternoon celebrating...
25/06/2026

Essex Book Festival is coming to The Gibberd Garden this Sunday, 28th June!

Join us for a beautiful afternoon celebrating literature, art and music in the enchanted surroundings of The Gibberd Garden. 🌿📖

Here is everything you need to know for the day:

1:30pm - Doors open

2pm - Maggi Hambling in conversation with James Cahill (SOLD OUT)

3 to 4pm: Live music from the wonderful Suma Quartet () courtesy of Saffron Hall. Open to all visitors of the garden, not just ticket holders,(weather dependent).

4pm - Darren Coffield exploring his book Hen, Mistress of Mayhem.

🎟️ Tickets for Darren Coffield’s talk are still available. Book yours today at essexbookfestival.org.uk or call 01206 573948.

📚 Book Stall & Signings:
Copies of the books featured in the day’s events will be available to buy and you’ll have the brilliant opportunity to get your books signed by the authors.

Essex Book Festival

Garden Update: Closed Wednesday 24th JunePlease note that due to the extreme weather conditions, The Gibberd Garden will...
23/06/2026

Garden Update: Closed Wednesday 24th June

Please note that due to the extreme weather conditions, The Gibberd Garden will be closed on Wednesday 24th June to ensure the safety of our visitors and volunteers.

We will reopen on Sunday 28th June for our usual opening times, 2 - 6pm.

Featured Sculpture 📸: Pregnant Girl Kneeling, Andy Elton, Marble.

Thank you for your understanding, stay safe and cool.

Cheers to an unforgettable weekend! 🍻Thank you to everyone who visited The Gibberd Garden over the weekend and helped ma...
23/06/2026

Cheers to an unforgettable weekend! 🍻

Thank you to everyone who visited The Gibberd Garden over the weekend and helped make the Beer Festival such a success.

An extra thank you goes out to our brilliant volunteers who worked hard on the day to keep things running. Your help is always appreciated.

We hope you all had a great time, share your photos from the weekend in the comments below! 👇📸

20/06/2026

What a way to kick off The Gibberd Garden’s Annual Beer Festival 🍻

Yesterday was the perfect, relaxed evening packed with great beers and live music!

Missed opening night? Don’t worry the Beer Fest is just getting started!

📅 Sat 20th - 12pm to 8pm
📅 Sun 21st - 12pm to 7pm

Book online or pay on the door: https://bit.ly/2026BeerFest

See you there! 👋

Happy Volunteers’ Week!Rain or shine, snow or heatwave, our incredible team of garden volunteers is out there doing what...
02/06/2026

Happy Volunteers’ Week!

Rain or shine, snow or heatwave, our incredible team of garden volunteers is out there doing what they do best: keeping The Gibberd Garden beautiful and welcoming for everyone.

To our wonderful garden volunteers: thank you for your endless energy, your muddy boots and the love you pour into the garden. We quite literally couldn’t do it without you! 💚🌿

Make the most of this sunny day and visit The Gibberd Garden 🌿Explore the shady spots while appreciating how art and bea...
27/05/2026

Make the most of this sunny day and visit The Gibberd Garden 🌿

Explore the shady spots while appreciating how art and beauty intertwine throughout the garden…

Please note the Barn Tearoom will only be offering a limited menu today as we are short of volunteers. If you would like to volunteer please email [email protected] for more details!

We are open from 2 to 6pm Wednesdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays.

Ticket Prices:
🎟️ Adults: £6.00
🎟️ Concessions: £5.00
🎟️ Children 5 - 16yrs: £1.00 (under 5’s free)
🎟️ National Art Pass: £3.00
🎟️ Friends of The Gibberd Garden and Historic Houses: Free
🏡 Gibberd Rooms: £2.00 (open Sundays only)

🚗 Car Parking: Free

Visit the Gibberd Garden this Bank Holiday Weekend! 🌿🌷Enjoy the beauty and inspiration of over 80 sculptures on display,...
23/05/2026

Visit the Gibberd Garden this Bank Holiday Weekend! 🌿🌷

Enjoy the beauty and inspiration of over 80 sculptures on display, ranging from monumental abstracts and salvaged architectural fragments to intimate figurative pieces.

As you explore, you will discover how each piece has been thoughtfully positioned to interact with its surroundings, fulfilling Gibberd’s vision of a harmonious union between art and nature.

We are open Sunday 24th and Monday 25th May from 2 to 6pm

Featured Scuplture 📸: City by Gerda Rubinstein

PLUS! Don’t miss our upcoming event, details below…

🍻 Beer Festival
The annual Gibberd Garden Beer Festival is back with delicious craft beers and food. There’s something for everyone, don’t miss out on the fun!
📆 Friday 19th, Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st June, 2026
🎟️ Get your tickets via the link today: https://bit.ly/2026BeerFest

Have you got your tickets for The Gibberd Garden’s Beer Festival yet? 🍻 It’s just under a month away and you don’t want ...
22/05/2026

Have you got your tickets for The Gibberd Garden’s Beer Festival yet? 🍻

It’s just under a month away and you don’t want to miss out, book today via this link: https://bit.ly/2026BeerFest

This year we are expanding to a full three-day weekend of brews, music and family fun and we can’t wait to welcome you back.

🎵 Friday 19 June - 2 to 8pm
The weekend begins with a relaxed afternoon with live music from Sean Folan.

🍺 Saturday 20 June - 12 to 8pm
The festival continues with a full day of garden exploration and tasting.

🎉 Sunday 21 June - 12 to 7pm
The ultimate Father’s Day celebration, plus we’ll have dedicated children’s entertainment to keep the little ones busy while you relax.

For just £10, you’ll gain entry and receive a commemorative pint glass to take home with you.

We’ve partnered with local experts to bring you a stellar lineup of real ales and craft brews. CAMRA will be on-site with a wide selection of authentic ales, while The Gate from Sawbridgeworth will have a mix of real ales and The Rising Sun from High Wych, will feature a brews from Oakham Ales.

Mayfield Farm will be serving delicious meat and vegetarian burgers, while our Barn Tearoom offers chilled Prosecco, wines, and light refreshments. Plenty of non-alcoholic options, including soft drinks and ice cream, will also be available.

Whether you are joining us for the local ales, the live music, or a family outing, we recommend booking early to avoid disappointment.

Book your tickets today! https://bit.ly/2026BeerFest

It’s a beautiful day to come to the Gibberd Garden, enjoy peace, beauty and sculptures hidden around every corner…Don’t ...
20/05/2026

It’s a beautiful day to come to the Gibberd Garden, enjoy peace, beauty and sculptures hidden around every corner…

Don’t forget to stop by the Barn for a slice of tea and cake, it’s the perfect day out for all ☕️🍰

We are open from 2 to 6pm Wednesdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays.

Ticket Prices:
🎟️ Adults: £6.00
🎟️ Concessions: £5.00
🎟️ Children 5 - 16yrs: £1.00 (under 5’s free)
🎟️ National Art Pass: £3.00
🎟️ Friends of The Gibberd Garden and Historic Houses: Free
🏡 Gibberd Rooms: £2.00 (open Sundays only)

🚗 Car Parking: Free

Beautiful images, thanks for sharing!
14/05/2026

Beautiful images, thanks for sharing!

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Marsh Lane
Harlow
CM170NA

Opening Hours

Wednesday 2pm - 6pm
Sunday 2pm - 6pm

Telephone

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