Our Blog
Welcome to the blog of the Friends of Homeyards Botanical Gardens in Shaldon
The committee of the Friends hopes to use the Blog to communicate with members of the Friends and others interested in the Gardens or in Shaldon generally. The Blog will include information about Homeyards, our plans for development of the gardens, and the progress we...
Coffee at the Castle now closed
Coffee at the Castle has now closed for the year. Thank you to everyone who visited us during the summer and made it such a lovely season. Looking forward to seeing you all next year.
New tables – thank you
The Friends of Homeyards Botanical Gardens in Shaldon would like to extend their thanks to our local Teignbridge councillor Chris Clarance for allocating some of his locality grant to us to enable us to buy some very fine folding tables to be used at the castle...
Coffee at the Castle 2026
Tea and coffee at the Castle begins again on Monday 18th May. Every weekday 10.30 - 12.30 weather permitting. Drop by to enjoy the views and a chat with our volunteers.
Easter Holiday Garden Hunt
Easter Holiday Garden Hunt Tuesday 7th April - Friday 17th April Collect your free individual entry sheets from Bradleys Estate Agents, Fore Street, Shaldon. Open Monday - Friday, 9am - 5.30pm, Saturday 9am - 4pm. Wander around the Botanical Gardens and keep your eyes...
Heads Up – Repair Works
Heads Up - Repair Works We are expecting repair works to the wall abutting Torquay Road, above the grotto area, which has been blocked off for some time to start on Monday 30th March. This will also mean traffic lights on the road above. It's scheduled for one week....
AGM 2026
Our Annual General Meeting will be on Wednesday 18th March 2026 at 7.30pm in the Hub, Middle Street, Shaldon. We look forward to seeing all our current members and welcoming new members.
2026 Subscriptions
You can help keep Shaldon Botanical Gardens the special place it is by becoming a Friend, or donating, to support the work of Friends of Shaldon Botanical Gardens. You can subscribe annually for as little as £1/year or make a one-off donation. Find our subscription...
Wreath Workshop Video
A short video of the Devon Wreath Company's workshop in the castle.
Luxury Wreath Workshop
Luxury Wreath Workshop Shaldon Botanical Gardens Homeyards Castle Thursday 4th December 10.00 - 12.00 Enjoy a relaxed, hands-on workshop crafting a beautiful festive wreath with locally sourced materials. £45 per person, includes all materials, expert tuition,...