Ulverston

Back garden with a small pond, colorful chair, and surrounding plants and flowers, with houses and a blue sky in the background.
Bird box with clematis
A pond with water lilies, surrounded by flowering plants, rocks, and a wooden fence, with suburban houses and a blue sky in the background.
Garden with small pond, flowering plants, and garden chair
A garden with a small pond, surrounded by gravel, with plants and a garden seat.
A garden with various trees, shrubs, and flower beds, featuring a paved patio area with outdoor chairs and a small round table.
Aerial view of a lush garden with a unique seating area area enclosed by a pond, vibrant green plants, and colorful flowers.

Ulverston, Cumbria

client: private

status: constructed in spring 2025

photography: spring 2026

A naturalistic cottage garden in Ulverston centered around a unique seating area enclosed by a self-sustaining wildlife pond. Informal planting combines drifts of perennials, herbs and evergreen structure with multi-stem Amelanchier, Birch and Magnolia to create seasonal interest, privacy and height throughout the garden. Mixed material pathways, productive planting areas and wildlife-focused features blend practicality with a relaxed, immersive garden atmosphere designed to be enjoyed from both inside and out.