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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

We are excited to launch a new Evergreen Gardens Trail in our Gardens this spring. Visitors can journey through our Gardens, using a specially designed map, to locate and identify a variety of evergreen trees and plants based on their unique appearance and leaves. Our trail commences 12 February 2024. The below trees and plants … Continued

2023 at Capel Manor Gardens was packed full of events, shows and exciting activities. Take a look at the highlights of our most popular events and save the date for new events and returning favourites for 2024. Hoppy Easter Fun In April, we welcomed families to the Gardens for a fun-filled Easter bank holiday weekend. … Continued