Local Links
Much of the land around French Street Nurseries is owned by The National Trust. All of the following are within a few minutes drive:-
Chartwell – family home and garden of Sir Winston Churchill
Emmetts Gardens – a lovely hillside garden renowned for its glorious spring flowers and shrubs and autumn colours. Link to page of National Trust website
Quebec House – home of General James Wolfe, victor of the Battle of Quebec (1759)
Toys Hill – offers wonderful views and walking.
Squerryes Court - a beautiful 17th century manor house, the home of the Warde family since 1731. Surrounded by 20 acres of attractive and historic gardens which include a lake, restored parterres and an 18th century dovecote.
Horticultural Links
RHS - The Royal Horticultural Society is now the UK's leading gardening charity dedicated to advancing horticulture and promoting good gardening. Their goal is to help people share a passion for plants, to encourage excellence in horticulture and inspire all those with an interest in gardening.
The Japanese Garden Society exists to bring together all those who are interested in Japanese-Style gardens, whether as visitors seeking understanding, as owners seeking advice on conservation, or as designers and builders wishing to develop their professional skills. In this way The Japanese Garden Society caters for amateurs and professionals, garden lovers and garden constructors. The Society welcomes everyone who shares a common interest in this complex and far reaching design philosophy.
Charitable Links
Local Places to Eat and Drink
The George and Dragon, Westerham - a traditional pub and restaurant offering great food, a selection of fine wines and real ales.