A Year In The Cathedral Gardens

A new book is now available from Southwell Minster documenting a year in the life and work of the Minister's Head gardener.

Southwell Minster is the UK’s leafiest Cathedral, set in exquisite gardens and meadowlands. The Palace Gardens are awash with colour throughout the year, and the nearby Potwell Dyke Grasslands boast rare orchids in this secret, peaceful corner of the Nottinghamshire market town.

A delightful new book has just been published by the team at Southwell Minster. A Year in the Cathedral Garden documents a year in the life and work of the Minster’s Head Gardener, Claire Connely.

This beautifully illustrated book follows Claire’s adventures in and around the Minster’s gardens: she muses on the flowers, plants and trees, delights in the changing scenery of the stunning gardens, and details her daily encounters with the wildlife – from a minor beekeeping emergency to the chirruping critique of her ever-faithful companion, the Minster Robin.

Originally published on Claire’s Instagram feed, this book brings her musings and photographs to new audiences. This gentle stroll through the horticultural year is perfect for anyone who loves gardens, gardening, and all things green.

All profits from book sales help to raise funds for the Minster and its grounds.

A Year in the Cathedral Garden, £12. Available exclusively in Southwell Cathedral Shop (Call 01636 812933) and online at www. southwellminster.org

Southwell Minster’s gardens are free to visit and are open 9am-5pm each day. If you haven’t been yet, come along and stroll around one of the county’s best-kept secrets!