Members of the Saffron Walden Initiative paid a visit to Bridge End Gardens to learn about its restoration project and what is being done to combat the efforts of climate change.
On June 14, 20 members of the group had a guided tour of the gardens in the company of Liz Lake.
Liz is currently the chair of the Friends of Bridge End Gardens, and was the landscape architect responsible for writing the 1999 management plan which was used to obtain a Heritage Lottery Fund grant for the restoration of the gardens.
The restoration of the gardens - which were created around 1840 - took place between 2003 and 2008.
On the tour, members learnt about some of the difficulties created by climate change, including chalky soil and pruning problems.
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The summer house was also opened specially so members could view its mural canvases.
A spokesperson for the initiative said: "It was all fascinating and an enjoyable evening was had by all."
Saffron Walden Initiative is currently in its 20th year, and this was the fifth visit to local sites by members since March.
They have previously visited the Genome Campus, St Mary's Church, the Fry Art Gallery and the Waste Water Recycling Centre.
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