Living the dream

Accessible gardens around a Cornish retirement village marry a rich horticultural past with modern living

A close observation of the season’s cycles and respect for ecology have been the guiding principles in the development of the garden at Highlands, in the High Weald of East Sussex

Alasdair and Philippa Beaumont weren’t going to let a tiny plot stop them having the garden of their dreams

With spaces for eating, socialising, alone time and hobbies, Tracey James and Paul Roye have created a garden specially designed to suit every member of their family

Over five decades, one couple have transformed their plot into an eco-friendly wildlife retreat

FACED WITH AN UNINSPIRING SPACE, NICOLA SET TO WORK TRANSFORMING IT TO CREATE A GARDEN PACKED WITH LIFE, COLOUR AND COMFY SEATING