Dig in to the Carey blog

Follow Careys journey and learn top tips from experts in the fields of permaculture, foraging, gardening, bird identification and more.

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Ospreys CJ7 and 022 Return to Careys!

We're delighted that both 022 and CJ7 have returned safely from their wintering sites back to their nest at Careys Secret Garden once again.

Careys Secret Garden 11/14/23 Careys Secret Garden 11/14/23

Celebrate National Tree Week at Careys

Come and celebrate National Tree Week at the Secret Garden. Find out why trees are so amazing and take part in a range of tree-focused events and workshops for both adults and children.

Careys Secret Garden 5/12/23 Careys Secret Garden 5/12/23

Ospreys have landed at Carey!

Our biggest secret yet is officially out of the bag (or nest!). Osprey breeding pair CJ7 and 022 can now be viewed on their hidden nest via pre-booked guided tours at the Secret Garden, in partnership with local charity Birds of Poole Harbour. Find out more . . .

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Employ My Ability X Careys

Careys Secret Garden welcomes students from Employ My Ability. Read about the success of the program in this guest blog.

Careys Secret Garden 11/15/22 Careys Secret Garden 11/15/22

Designed to divide, used to unite

A unique installation of seven iconic pieces of history is now open to visitors at Careys Secret Garden

Careys Secret Garden 9/9/22 Careys Secret Garden 9/9/22

Feeling the Heat!

Find out how we’ve coped with the driest summer on record at Careys Secret Garden. Our latest blog by Head Gardener Paul reveals the secrets of planting for climate change.

Careys Secret Garden 7/5/22 Careys Secret Garden 7/5/22

For the Love of Lavender

Come and explore the different species of lavender being lovingly grown at Careys Secret Garden. Find out how to build a lavender bed in your own garden, with top tips from Head Gardener Paul Scriven.