Explore Greyfriars' garden

Greyfriars' House and Garden, Worcestershire. Set in the heart of historic Worcester, Greyfriars is a charming timber-framed merchant's house. — Sun shining on Greyfriars' House and Garden | © National Trust Images/James Dobson

The walled garden at Greyfriars pays homage to what stood before it – George's Yard, a row of 10 affordable houses which were demolished in 1955 and recycled to create what is now this tranquil outdoor space in the heart of Worcester city centre. Discover the background to the garden and the flora and fauna you can see in the changing seasons.

The upcycled garden

Built as a row of 10 workers' houses at the back of Greyfriars, the houses were demolished in 1955 and the materials from George's Yard were upcycled to create the garden seen today.

From chimney pots used as plant pots, to the bricks that have built the gazebo, explore the garden and discover the plants and flowers you can see in the garden, through the changing seasons.

A black and white photograph showing the houses of St George's Yard at the rear of Greyfriars. — The houses of George's Yard and the rear of Greyfriars | © National Trust Images/James Dobson

Summer blooms

The garden gives you the opportunity to see dramatic seasonal changes right in the middle of the city. Throughout the summer look out for bursts of colour from the charming yellow begonia and see the roses reach up and climb the walls of the timber-framed house.

The robinia glows gold whatever the weather and the borders boast a variety of plants and flowers in full bloom. These add stunning shades and create a haven for pollinators and other insects.

Relax and take in the view

Lose yourself in the sounds, smells and sensations of this season. Relax on the garden terrace with a drink and a slice of homemade cake, or pack a picnic and find a sun-drenched piece of lawn. Have a wander, play a garden game and make the most of summer in the city.

A dolphin statue, stone urn and pebble circle with pink roses in bloom in the garden at Greyfriars in Worcester — Summer in the garden at Greyfriars | © National Trust Images/James Dobson

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