Japanese Garden Bristol

David Calder

The garden is beautiful and a real credit to its creator who has really captured the spirit of the Japanese garden. Having been to Japan to visit gardens all over the country I have enjoyed spotting many elements that make them special. The cream tea was delicious and the host charming. Well worth the 3 hour drive. Thank you. David.

Ellie Gardiner

My daughter and myself have just been to visit the Japanese Garden on a Spring walk. Martin was warm, friendly, engaging and very knowledgeable. The garden is absolutely beautiful and the attention to detail is second to none. Martin even gave me some photography tips, as he even prunes his Acer with photo opportunities in mind! We have been wanting to book for ages and we are so glad that we did. We will definitely be back for a Cream Tea and the Autumn walk later this year. Thank you so much to Martin for allowing us into his lovely garden and your hospitality was much appreciated 😀

Adrian Gray

Excellent visit extremely well hosted by Martin. The garden gives you the feeling of being in a Japanese village. So many sitting area giving numerous viewing points. So many ideas for my own garden and a building to be built overlooking my koi pond. Well worth a visit. We shall return.

Jacqueline Burvill

The most stunning garden and super kind and helpful host.

Sharon Britt

Visited the garden in the glorious sunshine. Beautifully designed sanctuary in the heart of Brislington. Friendly welcome, easy to park. I want to return to see the changes the seasons bring. Would highly recommend.

Kate Butler

Thoroughly enjoyable hour spent with Martin and his garden. I’m so impressed by anyone that opens their garden, after all the public can be hideous! But everyone was genuinely impressed by the garden. The hour was run really well, we were given a table number and asked our beverage preferences before slowly walking around the garden. It’s not a huge space, an average suburban size, but absolutely packed to the rafters with clever design. 20 minutes later we found our spot along with tea and homemade scones with clotted cream and jam. Perfect! Martin has a raft of Bonsai and paraphernalia for sale at really seasonable prices. We’ll definitely be back.

Kathryn Mason

Visited this beautiful space as part of NGS open days. Creatively themed spaces framed by carefully shaped foliage, with a soundscape of cooling water trickling down to the Koi carp pool. Thoughtful places designed to absorb the views and enjoy the calm. Well worth a visit.

Ki P

Wow, what a truly sensational garden! I couldn’t believe it, absolutely wonderful! A true inspiration.