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Halloween at Capel Manor Gardens 2025: A spine-tingling October half-term in Enfield

16 Dec 2025

This October half-term we welcomed Over 4,500 visitors to our Gardens for a number of Halloween activities! As well as the return of our popular family Halloween-themed event and our ghostly gardens trail-only days, we also launched exclusive haunted history tours of the 17th century Georgian Manor House and twilight gardens tours for adults. Throughout … Continued

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Capel Manor College Granted Provisional Membership with The British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA)

24 Sep 2025

Capel Manor College is delighted to announce that our Enfield Campus – home to a mini zoo with an impressive collection of over 75 species – has become a provisional member of The British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA). The professional body represents the best zoos and aquariums in the UK and … Continued

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Remembering Dr. David Gerald Hessayon, OBE

18 Mar 2025

Dr. David Gerald Hessayon, OBE, who passed away on 16 January 2025 at the age of 96, was instrumental in the development and success of Capel Manor College and Gardens. Renowned globally for his "Expert" series of gardening books, which celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2008 with over 50 million copies sold, Dr. Hessayon's contributions extended far beyond authorship.

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A Look Back at the 2024 Classic and Vintage Car Show at Capel Manor Gardens

19 Sep 2024

On Sunday 1 September 2024, Capel Manor Gardens hosted its annual Classic and Vintage Car Show, a day brimming with automotive nostalgia and timeless charm.

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Late Summer at Capel Manor Gardens – August Highlights with our Head Gardener Mark

12 Aug 2024

Spring is in full swing at Capel Manor Gardens. As the days get longer and we look forward to warmer weather, the Gardens are awash with flowering bulbs and tree blossoms, filling the estate with beautiful colours and fragrance.

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Visit Capel Manor Gardens in Enfield this Weekend for the Historic Herts Heavy Horse and Country Show

29 May 2024

The Herts Heavy Horse and Country Show, at Capel Manor Gardens in Enfield London, is an exciting, annual event steeped in history and a wonderful opportunity to see the gentle giants of the horse world in action.

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The Wonder of Wisteria Sinensis at Capel Manor Gardens

09 May 2024

At Capel Manor Gardens, nestled among the lush greenery and vibrant blooms, you can find Wisteria Sinensis. With its cascading clusters of purple flowers, this enchanting climber adds a touch of elegance and allure to our 30-acre Gardens in Enfield, North London.

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Embark on Unique Animal Experiences at Capel Manor Gardens

09 May 2024

Capel Manor Gardens, nestled in Enfield, North London amongst scenic surroundings, offers a range of captivating animal encounters that promise both fun and education for visitors of all ages. From cold-blooded reptiles to adorable furry companions and gentle alpacas, there is something to suit every animal lover's taste.

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Easter Egg-Stravaganza 2024: A Family Fun-filled Weekend at Capel Manor Gardens!

10 Apr 2024

This Easter, we welcomed hundreds of families to our Gardens for a fun-filled Easter Egg-Stravaganza.

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Spring has Sprung at Capel Manor Gardens

10 Apr 2024

Spring is in full swing at Capel Manor Gardens. As the days get longer and we look forward to warmer weather, the Gardens are awash with flowering bulbs and tree blossoms, filling the estate with beautiful colours and fragrance.

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