A GARDEN where Edward Elgar allegedly wrote some of his Enigma variations is among two green spaces opening to the public.
Nimrod on Alexandra Road in Malvern is a two-level garden where allegedly Elgar wrote some of his music.
Overlooking the Malvern Hills, the garden has mature horse chestnuts, western red cedars, a wildlife pond, a small wildflower meadow, a shady woodland area, a cottage garden, a Japanese garden, rockeries and a New Zealand-influenced area.
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An arbour inspired by Geoff Hamilton also sits in the garden as well as a treehouse and den.
The garden will open between April 30 and May 1 from 10.30am and 5pm.
Admission is £5 per person, and children go free.
The Folly on Wells Road, Malvern, will also be open to the public this month.
Spanning across three steps accessed by paved paths and ramps, the garden is home to Climbers, small trees, shrubs, hostas, grasses and ferns.
The Folly garden also consists of a potager and greenhouse, courtyard, formal terrace and lawn, pergola, mature cedars, ornaments and sculptures in landscaped beds and borders.
Seating overlooking the Severn Vale is available on each level, and refreshments will be sold in aid of Maggs Day Centre in Malvern.
The garden will be open to the public on April 30 and May 7 between 1.30pm and 5:00pm.
Admission is £4 per person, and children go free.
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