GARDENS open for the National Gardens Scheme are as follows: Sunday, September 14.

Stanway Fountain and Water Garden, near Winchcombe, 2-5pm, 20 acres of planted landscape in early 18th century formal setting. The restored canal, upper pond and 165ft high fountain have re-created one of the most interesting Baroque water gardens in Britain.

Striking 16th century manor with gatehouse, tithe barn and church. Britain’s highest fountain at 300ft, the world’s highest gravity fountain which runs at 2.45pm and 4pm for 30 mins each time Trench Hill, Sheepscombe near Stroud, 11am-6pm, plants and teas, three-acre organic garden with mixed borders, vegetables plots, woodland, ponds, wooden sculptures and panoramic views.

Approx three acres set in small woodland with panoramic views. Variety of herbaceous and mixed borders, rose garden, extensive vegetable plots, wild flower areas, woodland walk, two small ponds, waterfall and larger conservation pond. Interesting wooden sculptures, many within the garden. Run on organic principles Monday, September 15.

The Old Rectory, Duntisbourne Rous near Cirencester, noon-5.30pm, teas, garden in an exceptional setting made by designer and writer Mary Keen. Subject of many articles and Telegraph column. Designed for atmosphere and all year interest, but collections of galanthus, hellebores, auriculas and half hardies – especially dahlias – are all features in their season.

Wednesday, September 17.

Woolstone Mill House, Woolstone, near Faringdon, Oxfordshire, two-acre garden in pretty hidden village. Stream runs through garden. Large mixed herbaceous and shrub circular border bounded by yew hedges. Small gravel, cutting, kitchen and bog gardens. Topiary. Medlars and old-fashioned roses.

Tree house with spectacular views to Uffington White Horse and White Horse Hill. Eighteenth century mill house and barn (not open).