The mysterious and historical beauty of Strathmore Garden will open its doors to the public Sunday December 2.
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A garden party will be held at the property in support of a number of charities.
The property was originally believed to be built in 1826 by a Samuel Bryan.
However, recent research by the incumbent caretaker of Strathmore Sue Gillon has revealed that the property began as early as 1823.
Mrs Gillion said she was thrilled to bits to be learning more about the garden’s history.
“I think he [Samuel Bryan] did the most amazing job,” Mrs Gillon said.
“He dug a lot of the lake out, it was a natural depression and they made the bricks for this house from the mud from the lake which I think is incredible.”
Mrs Gillon first held the garden social in 2016, to support the RFDS who in 1994 saved her son’s life.
This year, Mrs Gillion decided to also support Days for Girls and the Beaconsfield Volunteer Fire Brigade.
The gardens feature a heated wall garden that was designed to provide heat to growing fruit and produce.
“There are only three of them [heated wall gardens] in all of Tasmania,” Mrs Gillon said.
The lake and lovely old trees are amongst some of the highlights Mrs Gillon hopes the public will enjoy.
“They’re really restful for the eyes and people love to be in those situations and personally wherever I go I think the same.”
Coffee, tea and scones will be served, the event will cost $10 and a gold coin for children.
The garden will be open from 10am until 5pm.
The garden is located at 886 Nile Road, Evandale past the Clarendon House turnoff.