Re-wilding landscapes and Gardens with Frances Tophill

Royal Albert Memorial Museum and Art Gallery, Queen Street, Exeter, EX4 3RX

Tel: 01392 665858

Re-wilding landscapes and Gardens with Frances Tophill

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Join gardener, TV presenter and author Frances Tophill for this discursive and open-minded talk on the topic of re-wilding in both a landscape and garden setting. Frances will explore the best methods to use to support wildlife, whether it is allowing nature to regenerate on its own, or targeting species for active landscape restoration and wildlife focused garden design. Hear about Frances’ thoughts on different techniques and methods of garden design and construction that can support biodiversity, and the best plants to choose to support varied species. From ponds, to soil, fences, to hedges, parking, pathways and planting, the garden holds a world of potential. Can and crucially should we approach landscapes with the same mindset? Frances started her love affair with plants undertaking an NVQ and apprenticeship at The Salutation Garden in Kent followed quickly by a degree in Horticulture with Plantsmanship at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh. Her practical gardening experience is extensive: she worked a season at Monet’s garden, has worked at the Andromeda Botanical Garden in Barbados and has done WWOOF (World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms) work at a number of different locations including work on vineyards and in viticulture. Frances has spent many years working in gardens with vulnerable adults, including adults with learning disabilities and mental health challenges. She is passionate about conversation and sustainability and has worked in native tree planting for the Conifer Conservation Project in Edinburgh and for Moor Trees in Devon. Frances is the Patron of Thanet Urban Forest and works with the RHS on the Campaign for School Gardening. On-screen Frances is know for her work with Gardeners’ World and Love Your Garden. She is the author of 4 books. Frances will be signing books on the evening. Information about accessibility is available on our Access page.

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Re-wilding landscapes and Gardens with Frances Tophill (9 Oct 2025)
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Thursday18:30 - 20:00

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