A POPULAR garden in Chiddingfold will be showing off its spectacular autumn colour as it celebrates its 90th year of public opening this month.

Ramster’s special opening from Saturday, October 14, until Sunday, October 29, marks the first opening of the gardens in the private estate of a family home which still unveils its horticultural delights to visitors for short periods each year.

Ramster Garden first opened its doors in 1927 under the National Garden Scheme.

Ninety years later , the much-loved garden remains within the same family and still opens each year for the National Garden Scheme and at other times for visitors to enjoy seasonal highlights during spring and autumn.

Renowned for its superb collection of rhododendrons and azaleas during the spring it is also one the best places in Surrey to see autumn colour.

A unique 100-year-old avenue of maples, woodland areas with oak and larch, and American red gum tree Liquidambar - with its long-lasting autumn shades of orange, crison and purple – create a breath-taking burst of colour not to be missed.

Ramster Garden was originally created in 1890 by Gauntletts, of Chiddingfold, and was also known as the Japanese Nursery.

The maples which look magical with their fiery shades of reds and russets are an important reminder of the Japanese influence which can be seen throughout the garden.

Rosie Glaister, who runs the 20-acre garden along with other members of her family spanning three generations said: “As we celebrate 90 years of opening our garden to visitors, we really appreciate its heritage and the horticultural geniuses who created such a unique landscape.

“I am delighted yet again we can open for visitors to enjoy the glorious autumn colours and share this magical garden with others.”

Entry fees apply to the garden (free entry for seasonal ticket holders and U16s accompanied by an adult).

The Tea House will be open and there is free parking. Dogs on short leads welcome.

See www.ramster events.com