Pines Garden, Organic garden and local museum in St Margaret's at Cliffe, England
Pines Garden is an organic garden and local museum spread across six acres in St Margaret's at Cliffe. The space features a waterfall beside a lake, a kitchen garden with over 40 varieties of fruits and vegetables, and buildings housing exhibitions on regional history.
Frederick Cleary established the Bay Trust in 1970 to protect the natural environment near St Margaret's Bay and promote environmental education. This initiative led to the development of the garden and its museum activities on site.
The museum displays exhibitions about local history, including artifacts related to World War II and the former resident Noël Coward. Visitors can learn about this notable figure's connection to the place and wartime events in the area.
The garden paths accommodate wheelchairs and strollers, with multiple seating areas throughout the grounds for year-round visits. The layout allows visitors to explore the space at their own pace and rest when needed.
The Calyx Centre uses pneumatically rammed chalk walls and a living roof that showcase innovative approaches to energy efficiency. This building design exemplifies environmentally conscious construction in action.
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